Basic Data Quality

Assessment
Basic Data Quality
Assessment
Data Quality Assessment (DQA): is the process of evaluating the quality of data
within a dataset. It involves examining various attributes of the data to ensure its
accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness.
Data Quality Assessment (DQA) Purpose
1 Purpose of DQA
The purpose of DQA is to ensure that data is reliable, accurate, and fit for its intended use. By assessing
data quality, organizations can make informed decisions, improve processes, and enhance overall data
integrity.
4 C's of DQA

1 - Completeness: Ensuring that all necessary data is present and not missing.
- Consistency: Verifying that data is uniform and coherent across different sources or instances.
- Correctness: Confirming that data is accurate and free from errors or discrepancies.
- Connectedness: Assessing the relationships between different data elements to ensure they are logically
connected.
Types of Data Quality Assessment
Direct Indirect
Involves direct inspection and evaluation of the data. Utilizing proxies or secondary indicators to assess
It can be further categorized into:
•Internal : Assessing data quality within an data quality indirectly.
organization's internal systems and databases.
•External : Evaluating data quality by comparing it
against external sources or standards.
Conducting Data Quality Assessment

1 How to Conduct DQA

DQA can be conducted manually by data analysts or through automated tools. It
involves methods such as data profiling, data cleansing, data validation, and data
monitoring.
5 Data Quality Standards
Validity: Ensuring that data conforms to defined rules and constraints.

Integrity: Maintaining the accuracy and consistency of data throughout its

lifecycle.

Precision: Ensuring that data is detailed and accurate enough for its intended use.

Reliability: Verifying the consistency and trustworthiness of data sources.

Timeliness: Ensuring that data is up-to-date and relevant for its intended
purpose.
Data Quality Assessment Tools
Data Profiling Tools
Software applications used to
assess the quality, consistency, and
accuracy of data.
Data Quality Management
Systems
Tools for managing and
maintaining data quality within an
organization.
Data Validation Software
Software used to validate and
verify the accuracy and
completeness of data.
Goal of Data Quality Assessment
Goal of DQA
The goal of DQA is to improve data reliability, accuracy, and usability for decision-making and
analysis. It aims to enhance data integrity, facilitate informed decision-making, and support
organizational objectives.