In short
Data lineage records where data comes from and every transformation it goes through on the way to a report or analysis.
Key takeaways
- It helps users and auditors trust and trace reported figures back to their source.
- It shows which reports are affected when a source system changes.
- It supports investigation of data quality problems.
Where it's tested
ISC: Data Management & Governance — study notes, a five-minute revision sheet and practice questions.
Practise: 3 questions
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