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Conflicts are rising between data users and data owners. How do you mediate effectively?

How do you handle the clash of data interests? Share your strategies for balancing data usage and ownership.

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Conflicts are rising between data users and data owners. How do you mediate effectively?

How do you handle the clash of data interests? Share your strategies for balancing data usage and ownership.

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    Aishwarya Ganesh

    Data Governance Analyst @ Citizens Bank | MS (Data Science) Graduate - Stevens Institute of Technology

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    I believe in collaboration over control. A strong data governance framework should encourage data-sharing practices that balance security with usability. Ensuring open communication between data teams and business users is critical to aligning priorities and fostering a culture of trust and transparency.

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    Nebojsha Antic 🌟

    Senior Data Analyst & TL @Valtech | Instructor @SMX Academy 🌐Certified Google Professional Cloud Architect & Data Engineer | Microsoft AI Engineer, Fabric Data & Analytics Engineer, Azure Administrator, Data Scientist

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    ⚖️Facilitate open discussions to align on shared goals and data value. 🛡Define clear data governance policies that respect ownership while enabling access. 🔑Implement role-based access controls to ensure responsible usage. 🧩Create a data catalog to clarify ownership, usage rights, and lineage. 💬Act as a translator between business needs and compliance constraints. ���Promote a data stewardship model where users and owners co-own accountability. 🔁Use feedback loops to regularly refine access policies based on evolving needs.

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    Miguel Guillen

    AVP Data Strategy | Data Governance | Expert in Big Data, Data Modeling & Cybersecurity | Transforming Data into Strategic Insights

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    As someone knee-deep in this stuff, I’d mediate by first getting both sides in a room—virtual or real—to hash out their needs. Data users want access and speed; owners want control and security. I’d push for clear rules: define who gets what data, when, and why, using a shared governance framework. Transparency’s key—set up a live dashboard showing usage and compliance so no one’s guessing. If it’s still tense, I’d bring in a neutral third party to referee. Quick, practical, and keeps the peace.

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    Arivukkarasan Raja, PhD

    Director of IT → VP IT | Enterprise Architecture | AI Governance | Digital Operating Models | Reduced tech debt, drove platform innovation | Trusted to align IT strategy with C-suite impact | PhD in Robotics & AI

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    To mediate conflicts between data users and data owners effectively, follow these steps: 1. **Facilitate Communication**: Organize a meeting where both parties can voice their concerns and perspectives in a structured environment. 2. **Clarify Roles**: Clearly define the responsibilities and expectations of data users and owners to reduce misunderstandings. 3. **Identify Common Goals**: Emphasize shared objectives, such as data security, compliance, and maximizing data utility for business success. 4. **Explore Compromises**: Encourage both sides to propose solutions that address their interests, facilitating a collaborative approach. 5. **Establish Governance**: Recommend a data governance framework that includes guidelines.

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    Arivukkarasan Raja, PhD

    Director of IT → VP IT | Enterprise Architecture | AI Governance | Digital Operating Models | Reduced tech debt, drove platform innovation | Trusted to align IT strategy with C-suite impact | PhD in Robotics & AI

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    To mediate conflicts between data users and owners: 1) Establish clear data governance policies outlining roles and responsibilities. 2) Facilitate open communication forums to address concerns. 3) Implement a neutral data stewardship role for unbiased oversight. 4) Ensure transparency in data usage decisions. 5) Create an escalation process for unresolved issues. 6) Promote collaboration by aligning data goals with business objectives.

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