Definition

Set of high-level principles that establish a guiding framework for data-related issues.

Usage Note

A data policy may contain subsidiary sections that define approaches to strategic aspects such as data access; data protection; data management, custodianship or stewardship; data preservation; relevant legal matters; data acquisition; data ethics and other data-related issues. Distinct from a data management policy which is the subset of data policy addressing the management of a specified set of data assets.