Designing Effective Data Governance: Insights and Strategies from Lauren Maffeo

Data Hurdles

In an engaging episode of "Data Hurdles," hosts Chris Detzel and Michael Burke converse with special guest, Lauren Maffeo, a service designer at Steampunk and the award-winning author of "Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up." They delve into the critical importance of data governance in businesses, discussing the unique human-centered approach at Steampunk, a firm known for its design-centric solutions for the US federal government.

They discuss Lauren's book, in which she shares her experiences with common organizational challenges such as low data maturity and inconsistent data standards. Lauren emphasizes the importance of aligning data governance with business strategy, choosing appropriate data stewards, and investing in education and training for solid data governance.

The conversation further explores the complexities of data governance in large organizations, offering strategic insights on data management. Predictions are made about the future of data governance, touching on areas such as data lineage, AI, and the role of data stewards.

This podcast underscores the role of data governance in the business context and encourages listeners to view it as a vital aspect of their overall strategy. For deeper insights, check out Lauren's award-winning book, "Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up," available at this link.

Find Lauren Maffeo, FRSA LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmaffeo/

Find her book: Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up: https://pragprog.com/titles/lmmlops/designing-data-governance-from-the-ground-up/