CDP Data Governance and Stewardship

Question 1

Which role is primarily responsible for defining data policies and standards within an organization?

Accepted Answer

Data Steward

Answer

Data Stewards are responsible for defining and enforcing data policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.

Question 2

What is a Data Governance Council primarily responsible for?

Accepted Answer

Overseeing enterprise data governance policies and resolving data conflicts

Answer

A Data Governance Council oversees the implementation of data governance policies and arbitrates disputes over data ownership and definitions.

Question 3

Which concept refers to a single, authoritative definition of a business term used consistently across an organization?

Accepted Answer

Data Dictionary

Answer

A Data Dictionary provides authoritative definitions of business terms and data elements to ensure consistent understanding across the enterprise.

Question 4

What does 'data lineage' mean in the context of data governance?

Accepted Answer

Documenting the origin, movement, and transformation of data over time

Answer

Data lineage tracks where data originated, how it has moved through systems, and what transformations it has undergone.

Question 5

Under GDPR, what is the maximum time an organization typically has to report a data breach to authorities?

Accepted Answer

72 hours

Answer

GDPR requires organizations to notify supervisory authorities of a personal data breach within 72 hours of becoming aware of it.

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