How can you ensure governance of network data in a virtualized and cloud environment?

2 Secure your network data

The second step is to secure your network data and protect it from unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. You need to implement encryption, authentication, authorization, and auditing mechanisms for your data at rest, in transit, and in use. You also need to apply firewall, antivirus, and intrusion detection and prevention systems for your network devices and endpoints. Additionally, you need to backup your data regularly and ensure its recovery in case of disasters.

3 Monitor your network data

The third step is to monitor your network data and track its performance, quality, and compliance. You need to use tools and techniques such as network traffic analysis, data quality assessment, data lineage tracing, and data audit logging to collect and analyze your network data metrics and events. You also need to establish alerts and notifications for any anomalies, errors, or violations that may affect your network data governance.

4 Manage your network data

The fourth step is to manage your network data and optimize its availability, usability, and scalability. You need to use tools and techniques such as network configuration management, data lifecycle management, data integration, and data orchestration to automate and streamline your network data operations and processes. You also need to use tools and techniques such as network capacity planning, data archiving, and data deletion to ensure your network data efficiency and sustainability.

5 Review your network data

The fifth step is to review your network data and evaluate its effectiveness, accuracy, and relevance. You need to use tools and techniques such as network performance testing, data validation, and data verification to measure and improve your network data quality and reliability. You also need to use tools and techniques such as network benchmarking, data analytics, and data visualization to gain insights and feedback from your network data.

6 Update your network data

The sixth step is to update your network data and align it with your changing business needs, customer expectations, and regulatory obligations. You need to use tools and techniques such as network change management, data governance framework, and data governance committee to plan and implement your network data changes and enhancements. You also need to use tools and techniques such as network training, data education, and data communication to inform and engage your network data stakeholders.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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