Data Governance

Helen establishes clear data ownership to drive energy innovation

A practical, scalable framework that clarifies responsibilities, improves business–IT collaboration, and lays the groundwork for future governance and AI initiatives.

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Company-wide data ownership model co-created with business and IT
Role descriptions for data owners and stewards clearly defined
Visual documentation linking data, processes, and systems
Scalable framework as a foundation for governance and AI use cases

The challenge

Helen operates across many domains - from energy production and distribution to customer services and digital channels. Data was scattered and ownership unclear, slowing decisions and daily work.

Data scattered across many business domains

As a diversified energy company, Helen operates across multiple domains - from energy production and distribution to customer services and digital channels. With data scattered across teams and systems, maintaining consistency and accountability had become increasingly difficult.

Unclear ownership slowed the business down

Ownership of data was often unclear, leading to duplication of effort, delays in decision-making, and challenges in aligning data with business priorities.

A structured but lightweight model was needed

Helen needed a structured but lightweight model - one that defines responsibilities clearly and embeds that understanding into daily work, rather than adding a new governance layer on top.

What we built

A tailored ownership model co-created with the business and IT - mapping data domains, agreeing on a shared language, and embedding ownership into existing processes.

Starting point

Mapping key data domains

We began by mapping the key data domains and examining how they relate to business processes, operational systems, and decision-making flows.

Results

A concrete foundation for managing data as a shared responsibility - clear roles, stronger collaboration, and a springboard for future initiatives.

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Company-wide ownership model

One shared model that clarifies responsibilities from energy production to digital channels - adopted across Helen.

Clear roles for owners and stewards

Role descriptions and responsibilities agreed together - no ambiguity in daily work.

Visual documentation

Data, processes, and systems in one view - easy to onboard new people and align teams.

Scalable
A foundation for future governance, analytics, and AI

The model serves as a springboard for other data initiatives - governance, analytics, and AI-driven use cases.

Beyond the numbers

Improved data quality practices and stronger cross-department collaboration
Helen is now better equipped to harness data for sustainable, customer-centric energy solutions

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Helen establishes clear data ownership to drive energy innovation