Effective Data Governance

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"Many data governance efforts fail from over complication with too many 'shoulds' and 'musts.' Nicola Askham addresses this issue head-on in a succinct and clearly presented fashion. Her six principles need to be pasted in your cubicle." * John Ladley, author of Data Governance * "Nicola Askham has managed to write the definitive text on data governance. It covers every established element of the discipline in a highly practical way and introduces new ideas which other writers will want to quote and build upon for years to come. This book carries the personality of the author in a way which is very engaging, with her honesty about mistakes that she learned from, and her clarity on what works and what doesn't, giving the book real gravitas." * Robert Hawker, Data and Analytics Consultant, Meloro Limited and author of Practical Data Quality * "Nicola Askham is an expert in her field and has helped many companies set up their data governance functions from the ground. All her knowledge is now found within Effective Data Governance. This book is a must read for anyone new to data governance or wanting to enhance their data governance function." * Shaymoly Mukherjee, Data Leader, Guardian News and Media * "I love how Nicola Askham has broken Effective Data Governance down into three distinctive parts, which makes the whole process easy to follow. Her vast knowledge and experience shines through in her explanation of data governance and its relationship to other areas of data. I love her practical approach, tools and real-world examples, to make data governance easy to implement in your own organization. I am also happy to see data quality discussed; while it's not the same as governance, the two work hand in hand, and this book will be a great resource to help keep your data dirt-free." * Susan Walsh, Founder & MD, The Classification Guru Ltd * "Nicola Askham is one of the most prominent and brightest voices in the data governance space-a true pioneer who has shaped how we think about governing data in the modern world. When she says she wished she had this book when she started in data governance, I couldn't agree more. I wish I had it too! This is the one-stop shop for everyone who wants to get started or improve their data governance in today's fast-paced, data-driven landscape. Whether you're a seasoned data professional or just beginning your journey, Askham breaks down complex governance concepts into practical, actionable insights that you can apply immediately. This isn't just another theoretical framework-it's a real-world guide from someone who's been in the trenches and knows what actually works. Truly a must-read for everyone who works in data." * Tiankai Feng, author of Humanizing Data Strategy * "You need a coach, whether you are new to the data game or a seasoned pro and Nicola Askham is the one you want! Now, given the intense focus on Artificial Intelligence, there has never been a more critical time to read Effective Data Governance." * Scott Taylor, The Data Whisperer * "Nicola Askham's Effective Data Governance is a triumph; an indispensable guide that transforms a complex discipline into a clear, actionable journey. Askham takes the reader through every aspect of building a data governance program that will actually work. Her writing is crisp, her insight hard-won and her commitment to clarity shines through in every chapter. From the brilliant chapter summaries to the real-world examples, she delivers on every promise. Askham's six principles (opportunities, capability, custom-build, simplicity, launch and evolve) are both memorable and transformative. Effective Data Governance is a masterclass from the queen of data governance herself, earning five stars from me, without hesitation." * Dr Joe Perez, data analytics expert, best-selling author and international keynote speaker *