Users and systems need to trust the source of data, data systems, data security, data processes, and the use and exploitation of the data assets. To that end, users and systems need to be able to determine and assess the integrity of data through provenance, history, lineage (transformations), and access control levels for all data assets
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| Source | AC/322-D(2024)0166 |
| Remark/Example | Ensuring trust in data is crucial for its effective utilization within the Alliance. Users must have confidence in the data's source, quality, security, and processes governing its use. Trustworthy data is reliable and can be confidently used for decision-making and analysis. Establishing data trust involves binding metadata to data assets, capturing data provenance and lineage throughout the data lifecycle, and recognizing data originating from Authoritative Data Sources (ADS) or Trusted Data Sources (TDS). Authoritative Data Sources are reliable databases or official sources of information, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the data they provide. Data originating from ADS/TDS inherits their characteristics, including originality, reliability, and compliance with information management and assurance standards. The principle of trusted data is essential for NATO's mission success, as it ensures timely and informed decision-making by military and civilian leaders. Progress toward achieving trustworthy data within NATO is measured through objectives such as integrating data-focused evidence into budget requests and processes, implementing data quality management techniques, and maintaining master data management for various data types. Proper tagging and maintenance of data in accordance with NATO policies and standards further contribute to enhancing data trustworthiness, enabling NATO to leverage data effectively for its missions |