ACCA Strategic Professional · Advanced Performance Management · Technology and information systems

Karolis Foods is introducing a data governance framework for its performance reporting. The board wants one named individual accountable for the accuracy and appropriate use of the customer sales dataset, including approving who may access it. Which role best fits this requirement?

The data owner fits best. This role holds accountability for the accuracy and appropriate use of a dataset and approves access. Stewards perform operational quality tasks, administrators maintain technical infrastructure, and external auditors are independent, so none of those can carry the management accountability the board wants.

AData steward who cleans the data day to day
BData owner with accountability for the datasetCorrect
CDatabase administrator who maintains the servers
DExternal auditor who reviews the data annually

Explanation

The data owner is the accountable senior person who sets rules and approves access. A steward carries out day-to-day quality tasks under the owner's policies, while a database administrator handles technical maintenance. The auditor is independent and cannot hold management accountability.

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