CKO-045Ethics, Privacy & GovernanceStrong evidence
What is data governance?
Data governance refers to the policies, processes and controls used to manage data responsibly.
In more detail
Good governance addresses ownership, privacy, access, retention, sharing and security. Effective governance becomes increasingly important as AI systems process larger volumes of evidence and review data.
Why it matters
Poor governance creates legal, ethical and operational risks.
Decision rule
Establish governance before scaling AI use.
Common misconception
“Governance is purely an IT issue.”
At a glance
- Evidence strength
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Related concepts
Key takeaway
Trustworthy AI requires trustworthy data governance.