Delivery of Cloud Data Governance and Catalog & Marketplace.




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Industry Category: Life Sciences & Healthcare
Project: Delivery of Cloud Data Governance and Catalog & Marketplace.
Technologies Used: Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog, Informatica Marketplace.



Background


The organization sought to enhance its data governance, cataloging, and marketplace capabilities to streamline data accessibility and compliance. Existing data governance processes were fragmented, done in Excel files, leading to inefficiencies and lack of transparency across data assets. Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog, along with Informatica Marketplace, were identified as the ideal solutions to centralize data governance and improve data usability.


Objectives


  • Conduct a thorough analysis of the enterprise landscape to align the solution with business and technical needs.
  • Develop a structured framework to guide the seamless implementation and adoption of Informatica tools across Data Domains (called the Roadmap).
  • Develop a structured framework to enable Data Governance Team to deliver Data Governance across Data Domains (called the Playbook).
  • Enable stakeholders with comprehensive training to maximize the value derived from the new platform.
  • Build a comprehensive workspace for the stakeholders to learn and share the knowledge on Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog / Informatica Marketplace.


Solution


  • Assessed the current data governance maturity and data management practices across chosen Data Domains (assessment).
  • Designed detailed use cases that showcased tool functionalities and illustrated how they addressed specific business challenges (assessment).
  • Developed a robust delivery framework and playbook outlining the steps necessary for successful implementation and adoption (design).
  • Delivered comprehensive training to maximize the value derived from the new platform (implementation).
  • Onboarded Data Domains stakeholders into Data Catalog and Marketplace (implementation).
  • Built a comprehensive workspace for the stakeholders to learn and share the knowledge on Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog / Informatica Marketplace (implementation).


Challenges


  • Managing Stakeholder Expectations: Regarding implementation timelines and deliverables.
  • Navigating Organizational Silos: That hinder cross-functional collaboration and decision-making.
  • Demonstrating Business Value: Of Informatica services to Data Domains and securing their buy-in.
  • Ensuring Alignment:
  •  Between Data Domains and Data Governance Teams for seamless collaboration.


Results


  • Developed Reusable Framework and Training Materials: Reducing the time required for onboarding new Data Domains and their stakeholders.
  • Trained Stakeholders: Across business and IT teams, increasing adoption and tool proficiency.
  • Successfully Onboarded Data Domain Stakeholders: Into a centralized data governance platform, providing clear data ownership and accountability across the organization.
  • Increased User Confidence:
  •  In leveraging Informatica tools, leading to self-sufficiency in data governance operations.


Lessons Learned


  • Conducting a Thorough Enterprise Landscape Analysis Upfront: Ensured the solution was aligned with both business and technical needs, reducing implementation friction.
  • Developing a Structured Delivery Framework and Playbook: Provided clear guidance, minimizing confusion and streamlining execution.
  • Early Stakeholder Engagement: Was critical to overcoming resistance, securing buy-in, and ensuring a smooth transition.
  • Designing Use Cases: That clearly showcased tool functionalities helped drive adoption by demonstrating real-world benefits to stakeholders.
  • Tailoring Training Content: To different user groups ensured that both business and technical teams could leverage the platform effectively.
  • Recording and Delivering Comprehensive Training Programs: Significantly improved user proficiency and confidence.
  • Iterative Feedback Loops with Users:
  •  Helped refine training materials and support ongoing improvements in platform usage.


Conclusion


The delivery of Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog, alongside Informatica Marketplace, successfully addressed the organization's data governance challenges. The structured delivery approach ensured that both business and technical stakeholders were equipped to leverage the platform effectively. The initiative set a strong foundation for future advancements in data governance and marketplace capabilities.