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Information Governance

Data Management

Security Audit Data Classification Data Warehouse Retention Policy

Framework of policies, roles, and controls for managing information lifecycle and compliance.

Definition

Information governance defines ownership, classification, retention schedules, access controls, audit requirements, and compliance processes across data and content systems.

In plain English Framework of policies, roles, and controls for managing information lifecycle and compliance.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Strong governance reduces data sprawl, breach impact, and regulatory risk.

Example

Example: Implement data inventories, classification labels, least-privilege access, and automated retention/deletion workflows.