What is Data Stewardship?

Data stewardship is the responsible planning and administration of data. It encompasses the policies, procedures, and responsibilities surrounding data management to ensure data quality, integrity, security, and usability. Data stewards are individuals who are accountable for data assets, ensuring they are properly defined, documented, and used. Common use cases include improving data governance, ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR), supporting data-driven decision-making, and enhancing data quality for analytics and reporting.