Improving Data Quality Through Governance
Poor data quality isn’t just a minor inconvenience—it’s a major business risk that impacts operational efficiency, customer trust, and strategic decision-making.
From inefficiencies in operations to inaccurate decision-making, the financial impact can be staggering. Our slide deck, “Improving Data Quality Through Governance,” takes a closer look at these challenges and offers practical insights for addressing them. It covers the costs of poor-quality data, common issues businesses face, the key dimensions of data quality, and actionable steps to build a unified governance framework. Whether you’re starting to address data quality or looking to refine your existing strategy, this resource is designed to help you understand the problem and take meaningful steps toward better data.
What's Inside the Slide Deck?
- The hidden cost of bad data
- Common data quality pitfalls
- Key dimensions of data quality (e.g., accuracy, completeness, consistency)
- Steps to build a governance framework that supports long-term data integrity
Listen to the Podcast
In this audio walkthrough, I expand on the slide deck’s content with practical context—based on real consulting experience. Ideal for teams who want to understand where to start and how to prioritize improvements.
Why This Matters
Data governance isn’t just an IT issue. It’s a foundational business capability that affects everything from reporting accuracy to regulatory compliance. If you're responsible for managing or using data, this resource will help you approach quality issues with confidence and structure.
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Bad data can cost businesses millions in lost revenue, inefficiency, and risk. Learn how data governance helps prevent these issues and drives long-term success.