Enabling Collective Data Decisions : Design of DM Governing Bodies

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Learn how to keep Data and AI governing bodies fit for purpose as the organization changes. Assess the factors that shape governing body design, then translate them into clear Steering Committee and DM or DG Council mandates, decision rights, representation, escalation, and coordination. The course distinguishes strategic enterprise authority from tactical coordination and shows how both need to adapt to centralized, decentralized, and hybrid data architectures. EDG 09

What Will You Learn?

  • Assess factors that influence governing body design.
  • Compare centralized, decentralized, and hybrid governance arrangements.
  • Define strategic Steering Committee accountabilities.
  • Define tactical DM or DG Council accountabilities.
  • Clarify decision rights and escalation routes.
  • Evaluate governing body effectiveness and identify redesign needs.

Course Content

Impact Factors
This topic explores the factors that shape the architecture and design of Data Management governing bodies. You will examine how the organization profile influences governance needs. You will also consider the target data architecture. The topic then looks at existing governing bodies and organizational culture. Finally, it examines how the level of integration between Data and AI management affects governance design. The aim is to understand what may need to change before redesigning any governing body.

  • Assessing Impact Factors
    20:23
  • Conceptual Understanding
  • Analytical Thinking

Design of Governing Bodies
This topic focuses on designing governing bodies at strategic and tactical levels. It distinguishes the role of the Steering Committee from the DM or DG Council and shows how their accountabilities and interaction need to reflect the organization’s context and data architecture.

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