Data Governance Framework
A comprehensive framework for establishing and maintaining robust healthcare data governance structures that ensure security, compliance, and ethical use of health information.
Framework Pillars
Data Privacy & Security
Protecting patient data through comprehensive security measures and privacy controls
- Access control mechanisms
- Encryption standards
- Audit trails
- Breach prevention
- Security monitoring
Data Quality & Standards
Ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and standardization across systems
- Data validation rules
- Quality metrics
- Standardization protocols
- Master data management
- Data cleansing procedures
Compliance & Ethics
Maintaining alignment with regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines
- Regulatory compliance
- Ethical frameworks
- Consent management
- Policy enforcement
- Regular audits
Data Lifecycle Management
Managing health data throughout its entire lifecycle
- Data collection
- Storage optimization
- Retention policies
- Archival procedures
- Secure disposal
Key Processes & Performance Metrics
Risk Assessment
Policy Management
Access Control
Data Quality
Roles & Responsibilities
Data Governance Committee
- Strategy development
- Policy approval
- Risk oversight
- Performance monitoring
Data Stewards
- Quality assurance
- Standard implementation
- Process optimization
- Training coordination
Privacy Officers
- Privacy compliance
- Risk assessment
- Incident response
- Policy enforcement
System Administrators
- Access management
- System security
- Performance monitoring
- Technical support
Performance Dashboard
Compliance Metrics
Quality Metrics
Security Metrics
Implementation Guidelines
Getting Started
Assess current data governance maturity and gaps
Establish governance committee and roles
Develop initial policies and procedures
Implement foundational security controls
Best Practices
Regular review and updates of governance framework
Continuous staff training and awareness
Proactive risk assessment and mitigation
Regular audits and compliance checks