As part of my job I come across so many people that I know have great Data Governance stories to tell and Debbie is one of those people. Like many of us Debbie has had a winding career, often steered by opportunities that she hadn’t planned to take. Debbie has worked in maintenance and estate management mostly, in all types of business, from a Formula 1 engine manufacturer (where everything needed doing yesterday) to education providers (where everything seems to take ages).  She likes sorting things out, and implementing things, such as software or management systems to make sense of ch ..read more

One of the biggest challenges with Data Governance is knowing where to begin There's loads of information available on data governance, but much of it can be conflicting and overwhelming to sift through. That's what prompted me to make a training course specifically designed to combat information overload and give those tasks with delivering Data Governance for their organisation a clear simple view of what it is all about.  Through 21 years of experience in designing and implementing Data Governance frameworks, I've cultivated a practical approach that guides you through every step neces ..read more

In the realm of data management, the debate over whether data governance is primarily a service or an enabler has sparked discussions and diverse opinions. So I decided to, conduct a poll on LinkedIn, seeking insights from the Data Governance community to understand their perspective on this question.  The results were interesting:  83% considered data governance an enabler. 12% viewed it as a service. And 6% expressed indifference to the terminology. Before we take a little deep dive into these differing views, let's understand how data governance can be viewed as a service ..read more

Nicole is a data governance professional with extensive experience spanning a number of years working on large projects.  Her experience covers all aspects of data governance as well as the tools and technology to support governance processes and data quality. How long have you been working in Data Governance? I worked in a dedicated data governance role for 11 years but even prior to that data was always a core part of my career in one way or another.  Some people view Data Governance as an unusual career choice, would you mind sharing how you got into this area of work? I started ..read more

Over the past couple of years I have run a number of Data Governance Training sessions to help the Data Improvement Team at the Ministry of Justice as they embarked on their Data Improvement programme. So, I’m thrilled that today’s blog is a guest post by Sarah Blake, Deputy Director of Data Improvement at the Ministry of Justice sharing their progress to date and plans going forward: The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) launched its Data Strategy in August 2022 and since then we’ve been making progress against the goals we set out. We’re also looking to the future - planning our roadmap for the nex ..read more

I thought it was time that I interviewed Justin York for my blog. I have known Justin for many years and he was my first Data Governance Coach Associate. You’ve possibly seen guest posts he has written in the past or seen him delivering Data Literacy courses for me, so I thought it was time to ask him to share how he got into Data Governance and to share some insights from his many years of Data Governance experience. After a long military career in army logistics, with the final 15 years working in Data Management, Justin moved into consulting and eventually moved more into Data Governance ..read more

Welcome to 2024! Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! As we bid farewell to the past year and step into the new one, I want to extend my warmest wishes to all of my readers and network. May this year bring you success, joy, and countless opportunities for growth.  The arrival of a new year symbolises a fresh start - a clean slate to set new goals and pursue new ambitions. To kickstart your Data Governance journey in 2024, I've compiled a list of the top ten most popular blogs from 2023. These blogs cover a wide range of topics, providing insights, tips, and best practices to guide you thro ..read more

Rini Choudhury is the Data Governance Lead at Haleon, bringing with her over 8 years of experience in the field of Data Governance. I am thrilled to share her insightful interview with you. Some people view Data Governance as an unusual career choice, would you mind sharing how you got into this area of work?  I embarked on my career as a database developer with boundless enthusiasm, eager to delve into coding, create innovative applications, and master various programming languages. However, I soon recognized a critical gap in my approach – I was solely focused on solving immediate chal ..read more

In my previous blog, I examined the concept of Data Mesh and its relationship with Data Governance. Now, let's take a closer look at practical insights and strategies for successfully navigating the complexities of Data Mesh while evolving our approach to Data Governance. Strategies for Integrating Data Governance with Data Mesh Imagine standing at the intersection of two parallel roads: Data Mesh and Data Governance. How do you ensure a smooth transition from one road to another without causing traffic chaos? The answer lies in a thoughtful strategy that integrates the principles of Data Gov ..read more

Sophie is a Junior Data Governance Analyst at Penguin Random House UK. After graduating with a Law degree in 2018 she worked in Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance before pivoting into Data Governance earlier this year. In this new position, Sophie is responsible for delivering Data Governance best practices across the business. How long have you been working in Data Governance? I’ve been in Data Governance since the beginning of June. Before this I worked in Information Security Governance and Awareness roles and I can already see how the same skillset is applicable in this ..read more