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Data Governance Council
A decision-making body responsible for overseeing data governance strategies, policies, and processes, often involving senior leadership from various functions.
Implications
A governing body typically composed of senior executives and key stakeholders responsible for overseeing the data governance program, making strategic decisions, and ensuring alignment with business goals.
Example
Example: A financial services firm establishes a data governance council to oversee data quality initiatives, set data management policies, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Related Terms
Different from a data stewardship team, which handles day-to-day data management tasks, the council focuses on high-level governance and strategic oversight.
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