Overview
A metadata model provides essential information about data and specifies standards for metadata management. It ensures consistent and accurate information about data assets to improve data quality, facilitate data interoperability, and enhance data governance. Building a metadata model involves several steps. First, you must identify the data sources and collections to be described. Then, define the metadata elements and attributes and establish rules and relationships. Next, you’ll choose the metadata format and representation. Metadata models can be expressed in different formats, such as a table, diagram, or schema. Finally, you must implement and test the model for validity. With a metadata model in place, your organization can improve data discovery, interoperability, and analysis.
