Data Governance is particularly important in the areas of Big Data and Smart Data, Digital Transformation and Cybercrime, as well as Cybersecurity.
Data Governance means that companies define how they responsibly handle their data. This includes, for example, rules on who can access which data, how data is stored correctly, and how its quality is maintained. The goal of Data Governance is to make data secure, trustworthy, and usable.
A good example: an online shop collects a lot of customer data, such as names, addresses, and purchasing behaviour. Data governance ensures here that only authorised staff have access to sensitive information, that the data is regularly checked and updated, and that everything proceeds according to legal requirements. Only in this way can it be ensured that the data is used correctly and misuse is avoided.
Through clear data governance, companies not only protect their data but also strengthen customer trust and increase their efficiency. Especially when using large amounts of data and with digitalisation, good data management is essential.





