Purdue University’s Computer and Information Technology program creates framework to support implementing data governance in small and medium enterprises.

Principal Investigator: Chad Laux

Purdue’s Computer and Information Technology PhD program investigated the effects of the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) quality approach in supporting the implementation of data governance and data privacy in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Working in conjunction with Indiana’s Indiana Executive Council on Cybersecurity (IECC), and under the guise of Dr. Chad Laux, the research team created a framework for implementing and improving operations in data governance, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma tools.

Based on the findings of this study, it is recommended that SMEs implement Lean Six Sigma principles to improve their data governance systems and overall operational performance. To do so effectively, SME leaders should use the framework developed in this study as a guide, taking into account the challenges and opportunities that arise during implementation. Additionally, SMEs should consider the potential benefits of using LSS tools such as process mapping, risk analysis, mistake proofing, and benchmarking to support their data governance efforts. It is also recommended that SMEs invest in training and education programs to ensure that their employees have the necessary skills and knowledge to implement and maintain effective data governance systems.

The impact of this study is a practical approach to serve the approximately 534,000 business and 1.2 million employees that comprise Indiana’s small and medium enterprise business profile.

 

Personnel

Other Faculty: John Springer

Students: Manal Alduraibi

Representative Publications

• Manal Alduraibi (2023). INVESTIGATING THE IMPACT OF LEAN SIX SIGMA PRINCIPLES ON ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING DATA GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS IN SMES: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY USING GROUNDED THEORY AND ISM APPROACH.

Keywords: data governance, lean, six sigma