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Last updated: October 2024

National Data Standards

The National Data Management Standards guide entities in implementing consistent data management controls. These standards align with the National Data Policy, ensuring a unified and trusted source of data across all Qatari government entities.

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Data Management Domains
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Data Management Controls
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162
Data Management Specifications
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Capability Levels

Qatar's National Data Standards Specifications are arranged in a priority sequence that guides the implementation order.

The standards include 61 controls and 162 specifications, organized by capability level:

101
Foundational Specifications

Represents the core requirements of data management practices, these essential requirements are designed to establish a strong base for effective data governance, ensuring that fundamental processes and controls are in place across the organization.

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Advanced Specifications

Outlines specifications that aim to enhance and mature data management practices. They are designed to foster more sophisticated data management capabilities, supporting continuous improvement and alignment with national data goals.

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Very Advanced Specifications

Consists of specifications intended to elevate data management practices to meet global standards and embrace technological innovations and ensuring that data management evolves in line with international trends and emerging technologies, promoting innovation and strategic growth.

Standards Structure

Domain
Plan
Control 1
Specification 1
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Specification 2
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Implement
Control 2
Specification 1
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Specification 2
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Operate
Control 3
Specification 1
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Specification 2
Sub-specification
Sub-specification
Sub-specification

National Data Management Domains