Data Governance Strategy Essentials: Architecture, Policies, and Ownership Data governance sets the rules; data management executes them. A solid data governance strategy defines who owns data, what quality standards apply, who can access what, and how changes are approved. Data management handles the technical implementation—catalogs, lineage tools, quality checks, and access controls. You need both, but start with governance. Without clear ownership and policies, even the best tools fail. Begin by inventorying critical data assets, assigning stewards, and documenting basic rules around data definitions, security classifications, and retention. Then layer in management tools that enforce these policies automatically. The goal? Trusted data that's both protected and accessible when needed. Building your governance foundation? Contact us to develop a strategy that balances control, compliance, and usability. To know more visit: https://complereinfosystem.com/data-governance