Data Governance

What is Data Governance for research information?

Why is Data Governance important for RIM?

As a large research university, you know that technology alone is not enough to unify all of your research information. Different parts of the organization manage different pieces of the university’s research information. These groups may not agree on data definitions, data formats, security, or how to share information. University policies can either facilitate or add friction to the unification effort. Finally, even an organization’s working culture, communication style can present barriers. 

Why choose our Data Governance services?

West Arete offers data governance methods and services that are specifically designed for researchers, faculty, and administrators at institutions managing large-scale research. Our approach is specifically designed for the university research environment, for the sake of Research Information Management and Research Intelligence.

Tailored solutions for your teams

By partnering with us, you get access to a suite of Data Governance services that can be customized to meet your institution’s specific needs. Our offerings include:

• Workgroup Facilitation within Silos: We organize and facilitate workgroups within individual departments to ensure clear communication and consistent data handling practices.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: We bridge gaps between departments, coordinating cross-department collaborations to foster cooperation and streamline data sharing.
• Establishment of Sustainable Data Governance Processes: We help set up regular processes and meetings for your data governance groups, promoting ongoing commitment and adherence to best practices.
• Data Products and Documentation: We produce consistent and reliable data products and documentation to maintain data integrity and usability.
• Enhancement of Data Governance Best Practices: We improve your existing data governance practices by introducing proven strategies and tools.
• Provision of Tools for Data Governance Teams: We provide tools and training to equip your data governance teams with the necessary skills and technology for automation, data cleaning, formatting, and publishing.