ISO 38505 doesn't exist in a vacuum. It is designed to complement other standards:

Develop policies regarding data acquisition, storage, sharing, and disposal.

Assess current data usage, policies, and management practices (using TR 38505-2).

Define data ownership and classify assets by risk level. Maintain clear documentation of your storage locations.

If you download the standard, you will find six principles that guide the governing body:

Based on evaluation findings, leadership issues directives. This means establishing robust data policies, assigning clear budgets, allocating resources, and defining specific organizational responsibilities for data management teams. 3. Monitor

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The "what" and "why." It defines policies, accountability, and the strategic direction for data.

A Technical Report that offers practical guidance and implications for the implementation of the principles mentioned in Part 1. Core Principles of ISO 38505 Data Governance

Better data quality and structure mean leadership can trust its internal analytics tools and business intelligence dashboards.

The data strategy must align perfectly with overall business goals. Governing bodies must ensure that data collection, storage, and analytics directly support the organization's broader mission and future capabilities. 3. Acquisition

The Definitive Guide to ISO 38505: Data Governance Framework, Implementation, and PDF Resources

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