FAQs

Start with the Data Catalog and Business Glossary to see if the information you need already exists. Submit a data request only if the catalog doesn’t meet your needs or if you require a customized dataset.

 The Data Catalog lists available reports and datasets in the data lake and warehouse, while the Business Glossary provides definitions of terms and metrics. Together, they help you find the right data and understand how to use it consistently.

 A Data Sharing Agreement documents how, when, and why data can be shared. It ensures transparency, protects sensitive information, and creates an auditable record of usage. This safeguards both data producers and consumers.

 Data certification verifies that a dataset or report meets Georgetown’s quality standards. Certified assets are clearly documented and trusted for decision making because they include metadata, definitions, classifications, and lineage.

 If you have a dataset that could benefit the wider Georgetown community, you can work with the Data Strategy team to integrate it. You’ll provide details like schema and definitions, and our team will handle the technical work to make it secure, consistent, and accessible.