Data Mesh: Guide to identify and define data ownership.

Step-by-step guide on how to identify and assign data ownership in a data mesh architecture, as well as a simple explanation of data products:

1. Identify the different types of data: The first step is to identify the different types of data that the organization uses. For example, this could include customer data, financial data, product data, and so on.
2. Map the data to business processes: Next, map each type of data to the business processes that use it. For example, customer data may be used by the sales and marketing teams, while financial data may be used by the finance team.
3. Identify domain-specific expertise: Identify the domain-specific expertise required to manage and analyze each type of data. For example, the finance team may have the expertise to manage financial data, while the marketing team may have the expertise to manage customer data.
4. Assign data ownership: Based on the domain-specific expertise identified in the previous step, assign ownership of each type of data to the appropriate domain team. For example, the finance team may be responsible for owning and managing financial data, while the marketing team may be responsible for owning and managing customer data.
5. Define data products: Work with each domain team to define the data…