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Building a scalable data quality framework: The top 4 best practices
You’ve got the data. You’ve got the tools. But do you have a data quality framework that’s ready for what’s next? As your company grows and systems multiply, even the strongest frameworks can become strained. However, that doesn’t mean you should sacrifice quality for speed or scale. You need a data quality framework designed to […]

The top 3 KPIs for measuring & monitoring value governance
Data governance used to be about one thing: Control. Control over who could access data. Control over how it was stored and protected. Control over compliance and risk. However, executives today are less inclined to hear about new policies, audits, or approval workflows. They want to see results. They want to know: What are we […]

Top AI governance software tools compared (2025)
Artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of modern business. However, without the right guardrails, it can create more problems than it solves. AI governance software gives data teams and business leaders the tools to monitor, manage, and keep their AI systems trustworthy and compliant. In 2025, there are more options than ever, making it tough […]

Top 5 Atlan competitors for data catalog management (2025)
More than ever before, data cataloging has become non-negotiable. Businesses need fast, reliable access to trusted data, and that means having the right cataloging platform in place. While Atlan is a popular choice, it’s far from the only option. In fact, many organizations are now evaluating other Atlan competitors that better fit their needs for […]

Align your data strategy with business outcomes in 3 easy steps
Data strategy can no longer exist in isolation. No matter how sophisticated the tools or powerful the datasets, a data strategy untethered to business priorities risks irrelevance or worse – wasted investment. The pressure is rising. Reporting on infrastructure and dashboards isn’t enough. Boards and executives demand data strategies that directly impact growth, efficiency, and […]

Preparing your data for machine learning: Top 6 best practices
If you’re working with machine learning, one thing becomes clear fast: Your model is only as good as the data you feed it. While algorithms often steal the spotlight, it’s the behind-the-scenes work, like getting your data clean, consistent, and ready, that truly drives success. Most data scientists will tell you that data preparation takes […]

The 3 most crucial observability metrics for data pipelines
Are you driving your data strategy blindly? Data pipelines move information where it needs to go. However, without observability, it can seem like data is barreling through a dark tunnel with no way to know what’s happening. Observability is your illumination in dark pipelines. It offers data leaders the visibility and control to catch issues […]

Top data quality tools in 2025: Options compared
Data quality is an essential cornerstone of enterprise success. With the proliferation of AI-driven analytics, real-time decision-making, and complex data ecosystems, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data is more critical than ever. Over time, data quality tools have evolved to meet these rising demands by offering advanced features that cater to the needs […]

Top data observability tools in 2025: Features & more
It’s no secret that ensuring data pipeline accuracy and reliability has become one of the most pressing challenges in modern data operations. The growing reliance on automated analytics, AI models, and customer-facing applications means that undetected data issues can lead to flawed insights and costly decisions. Data observability tools help teams monitor the state of […]

How DataGalaxy Portfolio connects to Alation to drive real governance impact
Many organizations rely on Alation as their central data catalog. It promises discovery, collaboration, and visibility into datasets. But here is the reality: a catalog alone does not create governance maturity. It does not structure domains. It does not align initiatives with strategy. And it does not prove business value. That is where DataGalaxy Portfolio […]

Top 3 data management strategies for working with AI tools (2025)
AI is changing data management. Have you adjusted your strategy to keep up? To maximize the efficacy of AI-powered tools, you need a data management strategy that focuses on more than pipelines and storage. It needs to position AI readiness and automation at the center of your design. What is a data management strategy? Data […]

Why companies are switching from Atlan to DataGalaxy
With so many data management and governance tools on the market, two platforms consistently rise to the top: Atlan and DataGalaxy. In this article, we’ll discuss why more and more organizations are making the switch from Atlan to Datagalaxy, including sharing what the two platforms offer, and which is truly the more powerful, business-first data […]

7 key considerations when building an AI governance framework
With great power comes even greater risk. AI is being adopted at a blistering scale and pace. However, the unintended downside is that it’s moving faster than policy, tooling, or training can keep up. It’s time for a dedicated AI governance framework. One that’s squarely rooted in your business realities, expands with your ambitions, and […]

AI risk management: How to monitor & control AI systems
What’s the difference between AI outcomes you can explain and those you can’t? Risk. From skewed insights to biased outputs, AI is a business liability when left unchecked. So, what does it take to keep AI on track? Rigorous monitoring and hands-on control. Let’s talk AI risk management: How to scrutinize AI in production, where […]

Building an AI governance framework: 3 real-world examples
AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s embedded in how modern organizations operate, make decisions, and deliver value. Without the right checks in place, AI can introduce real risks, including bias, lack of transparency, and regulatory non-compliance. Keep reading to learn more about AI governance – the strategic layer that ensures AI isn’t just powerful, […]

Data governance & observability: 3 steps to combined value
Did you know that data governance and data observability are interdependent? While data governance establishes the rules and standards for data management, data observability ensures those rules are followed in real-time. Together, they create a feedback loop that reinforces data trust and AI readiness. This blog post will discuss the benefits of using a Data […]

Value governance: Ensuring data-driven business value
To make a difference, businesses must go a step further. They must govern the value derived from data. This concept, known as value governance, is emerging as a pivotal framework for organizations seeking to align data, analytics, and AI investments directly with business outcomes. In this article, we’ll explain what value governance really means, how […]

How DataGalaxy Portfolio connects to ServiceNow to align governance strategy with operational execution
Many enterprises rely on ServiceNow to manage workflows across IT, risk, compliance, and operations. It is the engine behind tickets, approvals, controls, and enterprise processes. But when it comes to structuring enterprise data governance, ServiceNow was never designed to define domains, align ownership, or connect data initiatives to business value. It executes processes. It does […]

DataGalaxy launches first-ever value governance platform at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025
Learn how DataGalaxy introduces the first-ever value governance platform to bridge the gap between data assets and business value.

Data readiness: The real foundation for AI & data governance
Artificial intelligence is changing everything — from how we serve customers to how we make business decisions. But let’s be clear: AI doesn’t magically work on its own. Behind every smart model or automation is something far less glamorous, but absolutely essential: Data readiness. If your data isn’t accurate, accessible, and understood, even the most […]

5 reasons why data governance must connect to a data quality tool
When it comes to data governance and data quality, many companies assume that an all-in-one solution is ideal. After all, having an integrated data quality tool within your data governance platform sounds convenient, right? In reality, choosing a flexible data governance solution – One that can connect seamlessly to in-house or best-in-class data quality providers […]

The increasing need for data trust: 2 real-world examples
Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly crucial for businesses. However, to fully leverage AI’s potential, organizations must ensure data readiness and data trust. This involves implementing robust data governance and data observability strategies. This article explores how these strategies can pave the way for AI readiness, drawing insights from a recent presentation on the topic. Data governance vs. […]

Data governance & observability: 3 steps to combined value
Data governance and data observability are interdependent. While governance establishes the rules and standards for data management, data observability ensures those rules are being followed in real-time. Together, they create a feedback loop that reinforces data trust and AI readiness. This article will discuss the basics of data governance and observability, discuss the best options to […]

Why data literacy starts at the ground level (and how to do it right!)
According to Gartner, more than 84% of organizations say less than half of their employees understand how to use the data tools provided. What happens when the people using those tools aren’t confident or equipped to work with data? Teams get underused technology, unrealized potential, and decisions made on instinct rather than insight. Thankfully, data […]

Data products: Define, build, and deliver real value
According to Gartner, 50% of Chief Data and Analytics Officers (CDAOs) say they’ve already deployed data products. But the real question is: What exactly is a data product, and how do you build one that delivers tangible value? In this blog, we’ll explore how to define, design, and deliver data products that go beyond the […]

How to create & sustain a data quality management process
Your business runs on data. But how reliable is that data? If you’re making decisions based on questionable quality data, you should question the results. The risks are even higher for AI-first companies. AI doesn’t fix bad data; it recycles it. You need a data quality management (DQM) process to deliver trusted, business-ready data at […]

Identifying & engaging data stewards in 3 easy steps
Who ensures your AI models are trained on accurate data? Who monitors compliance risks to ensure they are mitigated before they become issues? Who ensures scattered information is transformed into trusted, business-ready assets? Data stewards. These often-overlooked data governance champions are crucial in keeping your organization’s most valuable resource accurate, secure, and ready for action. […]

3 key pillars for AI readiness according to Gartner
According to Melody Chien, Sr. Research Director at Gartner, organizations are undergoing a significant shift in how they approach data and analytics – And specifically AI readiness. The future is moving toward a unified data management platform, where essential technologies converge to create a more streamlined, intelligent business ecosystem. As data volumes increase yearly, organizations […]

Natural language for unlocking analytics’ true potential
Cloud data platforms, analytics tools, and machine learning models have all proven to be invaluable for deriving insights from data. However, one barrier continues to limit their ROI: Language – Not the programming kind, but the human kind. Despite years of digital transformation, many organizations still struggle to make analytics accessible and actionable across their […]

Why your teams need data observability with their AI models
As data ecosystems grow more complex, ensuring the health and quality of that data becomes a serious challenge. Much like observability in software engineering, data observability offers a window into the health of your data systems. This enables teams to proactively monitor, detect, and resolve issues before they snowball. This blog post will explore data […]