Data Governance Tool

Introduction

Purpose

This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to gather information from qualified vendors regarding data governance tools and solutions for the University of Minnesota. The purpose of this RFI is to identify a tool or set of tools that can manage and govern various institutional data sources, including Student, Financial, Space and Physical Asset Management, and Human Resources. While academic research data is excluded, the Tools should also include Research Administration data sources. This information will help the university evaluate current data governance solutions in the market and determine which one or ones align well with its goal of active management to improve data quality, security, accessibility, and compliance.

University Overview
The University of Minnesota serves well over 50,000 students and employs more than 25,000 faculty and staff. The institution operates campuses across the state of Minnesota and has extensive data needs, particularly in areas of student management, financial oversight, space and physical infrastructure utilization, and human resources. The University is looking for a data governance solution that will standardize and streamline data-related processes, ensuring data is managed as an asset throughout its lifecycle, from collection to disposal, while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.