GDS Data Architecture
Data Sharing Principles
- Overview
- 1. Treat data as an asset
- 2. Federate first
- 3. Prepare for Once Only
- 4. Reuse sharing solutions
- 5. Support automation
- 6. Design for all data stakeholders
- 7. Use common standards for sharing
- 8. Share data transparently
- 9. Share data lawfully and ethically
- 10. Secure shared data proportionately
Capability Model
- Overview
- Channels
- Infrastructure
- Data Access
- Services
- Governance
- Security
- Trust
Governance
Governance
Description:
Provides oversight and control across federated domains, ensuring consistent policy, contract, and compliance application.
Capabilities:
- Transparency: Clear, open data sharing practices.
- Oversight: Standardised decision processes and feedback loops.
- Observability: Monitoring and logging of data access and usage.
- Accountability: Clear roles, responsibilities, and feedback mechanisms.
Outstanding Questions:
- How to balance autonomy and governance in federated systems?