Data Inventory

Data Inventory

Identifies personal information as it moves across various systems and thus how data is shared and organized, and its location. The data can be categorized by subject area, which identifies inconsistent data versions, enabling identification and mitigation of data disparities.  Also known as a record of authority.


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