DAC Data Governance & Quality Flashcards
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In data governance, what does 'data lineage' refer to?
Answer: The tracking of data's origin, movement, and transformations over time
Data lineage documents the lifecycle of data — where it originates, how it moves, and how it is transformed — enabling auditability and troubleshooting.
Which regulation primarily governs data privacy and protection for individuals in the United States healthcare sector?
Answer: HIPAA
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) sets national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information in the US.
What is the purpose of a data quality scorecard?
Answer: To measure and track data quality metrics over time against defined thresholds
A data quality scorecard provides a structured view of key quality metrics (accuracy, completeness, consistency) measured against targets over time.
Which of the following best describes 'data consistency'?
Answer: Data values are the same across all systems and formats where they appear
Data consistency means that the same data element holds the same value wherever it appears across different systems or datasets.
What is the role of a Chief Data Officer (CDO) in an organization?
Answer: Leading data governance, strategy, and ensuring data is a valued business asset
The CDO is responsible for enterprise-wide data strategy, governance frameworks, and maximizing the value of data as an organizational asset.
In data governance, what is a 'data dictionary'?
Answer: A document defining the meaning, format, and rules for each data element in a system
A data dictionary is a centralized repository that defines all data elements including their names, definitions, data types, and business rules.