Data Governance Services
Don’t overthink over-engineered data solutions.
We empowered Australian Businesses with Comprehensive Data Governance Solutions, At Virtual Consultants Australia, we are experts in delivering tailored data governance services with the right-fit approach. We simplify complex data to meet business needs. We have a proven track record of making data governance achievable and approachable for our clients. We add tangible value to effective data governance to ensure that data is secure, high-quality, and accessible for decision-making. We believe in providing successful & sustainable data governance services.
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Why Choose Virtual Consultants Australia?
- Proven expertise in data governance strategy and implementation.
- Deep understanding of Australian business requirements and regulations.
- Use of cutting-edge tools like Purview and Collibra to streamline workflows.
- Customized solutions designed to meet the unique needs of IT service providers.
Transform your data into a valuable business asset with Virtual Consultants Australia. Contact us today to learn more about our data governance services and start your journey towards data excellence!
Getting Started
Our Data Governance Services
We offer end-to-end solutions to help Australian or worldwide small and large businesses or organisations optimise their data management practices:
01 Data Governance Consulting–Program Management
- Our expert advice is to create and maintain robust data governance
strategies. - Alignment with global standards, including the DGI Data Governance
Framework and data governance standards such as GDPR and
CCPA.
02 Data Governance Framework Development
- Building frameworks that ensure compliance, security, and data usability.
- Focused on scalability to adapt to business growth.
03 Master Data Management
- Managing critical business data to ensure consistency and reliability.
04 Data Governance Program Implementation
- Implementation of policies, standards, and best practices.
- Tools such as Microsoft Purview and Collibra for efficient
management.
05 Meta data Management
We are committed to helping your organisation translate and define all the data assets with real meaning through the selection and implementation of data governance tools and utilities such as Collibra and Purview, including a data glossary, data dictionary, and data catalogue lineage. At Virtual Consultants Australia, we specialize in tackling data-related challenges. Based on your analytics maturity, we’ll guide you in identifying the essential artifacts needed and creating a practical plan for their development and maintenance.
06 Data Governance Tools Integration
- We offer customized solutions that integrate tools like Purview and Collibra to optimize workflows.
- We stay ahead of the evolving landscape of modern data trends. With the rapid advancements in Big Data technology, many
clients feel overwhelmed by the plethora of options available to improve their data management capabilities. That’s where we come in. Our experienced consultants and technical specialists are dedicated to helping clients select the right tools that meet their needs and are future-proof. We also provide support for the seamless implementation of these solutions.
07 Data Quality, Rules Security and Privacy Services
- We evaluate and improve the data quality standards within your
organization to ensure accuracy and reliability. - Our team implements robust IT security controls to protect sensitive data from breaches and unauthorized access.
- We are dedicated to helping you achieve regulatory compliance with confidence. Navigating the intricate landscape of regulatory requirements can be daunting, but we’re here to simplify the process. We assist you in classifying, storing, and managing your data in accordance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA, helping you avoid costly fines and safeguard your reputation.
08 Data Governance and Policies
We specialize in developing comprehensive corporate AI policies that outline acceptable use, data management, and ethical standards. Our goal is to ensure that your corporate data remains secure while being utilized in an ethical manner. By partnering with us, you can establish clear guidelines that protect your organization and promote responsible data usage
Our Focus on Data & AI
Virtual Consultants Australia specializes in rapidly establishing data management and governance functions tailored to your organization’s needs. With our hands-on approach and extensive delivery experience, we seamlessly integrate into your broader team, ensuring a cohesive workflow. Our expertise has enabled us to implement clear data management, privacy, and security controls while successfully launching your data platform. Thanks to our practical methodologies, we empower you to build and share data products in just weeks, rather than months, accelerating your time to market.
Ethics frameworks and ethical AI
At Virtual Consultants Australia, we understand that biases can jeopardize multi-year, multi-million-dollar data analytics projects. That’s why it’s crucial to maintain regulatory compliance while conducting ongoing ethical audits throughout the enterprise data lifecycle. Our team of experts combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience to help you navigate these challenges effectively. We ensure that your analytics initiatives are not only successful but also ethically sound, safeguarding your investment and promoting trust in your data-driven decisions.
Adversarial AI Readiness and Implementation
Adversarial AI refers to a range of techniques designed to deceive AI systems by exploiting their vulnerabilities. The consequences can be severe, leading to costly errors as these systems are manipulated to serve the attacker’s interests. Unfortunately, many companies overlook the potential risks associated with Adversarial AI, failing to implement effective strategies to counter these threats. At Virtual Consultants Australia, our seasoned consultants specialize in assessing your organization’s readiness to tackle these unique challenges. We work closely with you to develop robust strategies that safeguard your machine-learning models from adversarial attacks, ensuring the integrity and reliability of your AI initiatives.
Ethics frameworks and ethical AI
At Virtual Consultants Australia, we understand that biases can jeopardize multi-year, multi-million-dollar data analytics projects. That’s why it’s crucial to maintain regulatory compliance while conducting ongoing ethical audits throughout the enterprise data lifecycle. Our team of experts combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience to help you navigate these challenges effectively. We ensure that your analytics initiatives are not only successful but also ethically sound, safeguarding your investment and promoting trust in your data-driven decisions.
Adversarial AI Readiness and Implementation
Adversarial AI refers to a range of techniques designed to deceive AI systems by exploiting their vulnerabilities. The consequences can be severe, leading to costly errors as these systems are manipulated to serve the attacker’s interests. Unfortunately, many companies overlook the potential risks associated with Adversarial AI, failing to implement effective strategies to counter these threats. At Virtual Consultants Australia, our seasoned consultants specialize in assessing your organization’s readiness to tackle these unique challenges. We work closely with you to develop robust strategies that safeguard your machine-learning models from adversarial attacks, ensuring the integrity and reliability of your AI initiatives.
Our Approach to Perform Data Governance Assessments and Implementation
At Virtual Consultants Australia, we follow a systematic Data Governance Lifecycle to ensure your data is managed effectively:
- Identification of data sources and establishing governance policies.
- Classification of data based on sensitivity and business value.
- Assigning roles and responsibilities to data stewards, custodians, and owners.
- Ensuring secure and accurate data integration from multiple sources.
- Use of automated processes for seamless ingestion.
- Managing data transfers with precision to optimize storage and accessibility.
- Implementing cloud-based and on-premise storage solutions.
- Performing quality assessments to identify gaps and errors.
- Establishing standards for consistent, reliable data.
- Applying robust IT security controls to protect against breaches.
- Compliance with Australian data protection regulations.
- Safely discarding data that is no longer relevant while adhering to privacy laws.
Data Governance - Profiled Practices
This collection of best practices profiled in this guide would not be possible without the willingness of companies to generously share their time, experiences, tools and templates with us.
Data Governance Tools We Use
Microsoft Purview
- A unified platform for data discovery, classification, and lineage
tracking. - Provides seamless integration with existing systems to enhance
compliance.
Collibra
- A leading data governance platform that empowers businesses to manage data effectively.
- Offers data cataloging, workflow automation, and privacy management tools.
Our Packages
Basic Data Governance Audit
Review of current practices, identification of gaps, and
preliminary recommendations.
2-4 weeks
Pricing to be discussed
Policy Development Package
Creation of data governance policies aligned with
organizational needs and industry standards.
4-6 weeks
Pricing to be discussed
Data Governance Framework
End-to-end framework design, including roles,
responsibilities, and governance models.
6-8 weeks
Pricing to be discussed
Data Lifecycle Management
Strategy for managing data creation, retention,
archiving, and deletion, including compliance checks.
6-8 weeks
Pricing to be discussed
Data Governance Training
Workshops for teams to understand governance
policies, best practices, and implementation strategies.
1-2 weeks
Pricing to be discussed
Ongoing Support Package
Monthly support for implementing and monitoring data
governance initiatives.
Ongoing
(Monthly)
Pricing to be discussed
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Policies, roles, processes, data standards, and governance tools like Purview and Collibra
By assessing business needs, defining policies, assigning roles, and implementing the right tools.
Centralized, decentralized, and hybrid governance models tailored to
organizational needs.
Data governance focuses on policies and standards, while data management is about operational execution.
A service that helps businesses establish and maintain policies, processes, and tools to manage data effectively.
Our Client Success Stories
Data Governance Solutions by Virtual Consultants Australia
At Virtual Consultants Australia, we empower organizations across diverse sectors to harness the power of tailored data governance frameworks and strategies that meet their specific needs. Here are few examples of how our data governance consulting and services have successfully transformed banking, insurance, and retail businesses.
Banking Sector
Enhancing Data Quality and Security in Financial Crime Programs
A prominent Australian bank encountered significant challenges in managing sensitive data associated with financial crime investigations, legal notices, and potential data breaches. The absence of a structured data governance framework exposed them to vulnerabilities and inefficiencies in their data handling processes.
- Developed a comprehensive data quality framework to guarantee the accuracy, consistency, and secure handling of sensitive data.
- Designed and implemented an optimized data load framework to facilitate the seamless ingestion of sensitive data without errors.
- Integrated advanced data governance tools, including Microsoft Purview, to monitor data access and lineage effectively.
- Aligned our framework with the DGI Data Governance Framework to ensure adherence to global standards.
- Achieved 99% accuracy in sensitive data handling.
- Achieved an impressive 99% accuracy in the handling of sensitive data.
- Prevent potential data breaches through robust security measures.
- Streamlined compliance with financial regulations, enhancing trust among stakeholders.
Insurance Sector
Role-Based Access Control and Unstructured Data Management
An Australian insurance provider faced challenges with inefficient access control mechanisms and unmanaged unstructured data, leading to risks of unauthorized access and operational delays.
- Designed and implemented a role-based access control (RBAC) system to streamline role assignments and reduce access risks.
- Conducted comprehensive scanning and categorization of unstructured data to ensure sensitive information was properly identified and secured.
- Established data governance policies to enforce access restrictions and ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
- Leveraged Collibra to automate workflows and enhance overall data management capabilities.
- Achieved an 85% reduction in unauthorized access incidents.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by 30% through streamlined role management.
- Strengthened compliance with industry standards for data protection and privacy.
Retail Sector
Establishing Data Governance Guardrails and Quality Frameworks
A large retail chain in Australia faced challenges due to the absence of standardized processes for managing organizational data, leading to inconsistent data quality and governance inefficiencies.
- Developed comprehensive data governance frameworks to establish clear guidelines for data usage and management.
- Formed a data council consisting of key stakeholders to oversee governance activities and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Created data quality frameworks for all datasets to guarantee the reliability and usability of information.
- Conducted training sessions to ensure employees were aligned with the organization’s data governance strategy and policies.
- Achieved a 70% improvement in data quality scores across the organization.
- Enhanced decision-making capabilities through access to high-quality, consistent datasets.
- Fostered a culture of accountability and responsibility regarding data governance.
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