Do You Really Have a Single Source of Truth? Test Your SSOT Maturity
A Single Source of Truth. It sounds like the ultimate goal in data-driven organizations. But what does it actually mean? And more importantly: Is your organization steering with one clear compass, or quietly navigating with multiple truths? In this benchmark, you'll discover how mature your SSOT is and what steps you can take to improve it.
A Single Source of Truth (SSOT) is not just a central data repository or data warehouse. It means that your organization has one reliable source where all data is consistent, controlled, and accessible for decision-making. A SSOT includes both technology and processes, ensuring that the right data is available at the right time. Think of standardized definitions, clear ownership, integrated systems, a central source for output, and automatic quality controls.
A SSOT ensures that you are not working with multiple truths or outdated information scattered across systems, but that everyone is using the same, up-to-date data to make decisions. It forms the foundation for reliable and efficient management of your organization.
In the video below, Robert Donker explains the most important capabilities of a SSOT, why it is essential, and how you can accurately assess the current state of your organization.
Take the SSOT Maturity Benchmark: test how things actually are within your organization. You will assess your data landscape from both the technology and process perspectives. This benchmark is based on current leading frameworks for data governance and maturity, such as DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, and CMMI, combined with our own experience with over 170 clients. Through this benchmark, you will gain insight into where you stand and the steps you can take to further improve your SSOT.
