Quick Start

Available to: Faculty, Researchers, Staff, Departments

Cost: No charge


Data Governance and Stewardship coordinates a set of activities and workflows by which BU’s strategic data resources are maintained, reviewed, defined, and used.  Key activities include:

  • Create a process by which data definitions are centrally reviewed and approved by affected parties working with that information.
  • Define and review responsibilities and assign and monitor accountabilities related to the creation, use and disposal of data.
  • Oversee the university Data Governance process for reviewing, approving, and prioritizing projects and/or policies related to development or management of strategic data resources.
  • Provide and communicate data governance documentation and training to the University community in an efficient manner, selecting and employing relevant technologies as needed.

Benefits

  • Improved data quality and consistency
  • Providing accurate and complete data
  • Clarifying appropriate use of data
  • Supporting overall access to better information

Key Features

  • Provides guidance and training on accessing BU’s data governance tools and support information.
  • Assists in implementation of data governance processes within departments or new data system implementation, under the umbrella of the University’s Data Governance program.
  • Maintains and archive of data governance information and materials.

Getting Started