Transform terms from scattered definitions into an approved enterprise reference, connected to data and actively used across reports and systems
One reference for all terms
Linked to data assets
Full term lifecycle
Aligned with NDMO
Fully Arabic-enabled
The problem is not the data itself, but how it is understood within the same organization. Business teams use business terminology, while technical teams use technical language. When there is no formal connection between them, individual interpretations begin.
The Business Glossary in Governata is not just descriptive text, but a governed entity that can be linked, tracked, and continuously updated
Create officially approved definitions for each term, including usage context, examples, and constraints in clear business language
Connect each term to its corresponding tables, reports, and datasets in the data catalog so that every definition has a real data representation
Each term goes through clear stages: Draft, Review, Approved No unapproved term is used, and governance is embedded within the process
Every update to a term is documented with date, user, and reason, providing a complete audit trail that supports governance and compliance
Enable commenting and discussion on terms directly within the platform, where every conversation is tied to the term and preserved without relying on external communication tools
Track the number of terms linked to data assets and their usage in search, helping reduce disagreements across teams regarding data interpretation
Effective governance starts with clearly defining who owns each term, who updates it, and who resolves conflicts
Responsible for the meaning and final approval of the definition Assigned directly from the term page
Responsible for drafting and ongoing updates Follows up on reviews and ensures terms reflect actual usage
Optional role that intervenes to resolve conflicts related to terms that span multiple departments or domains
Access the business glossary and create a new term with a clear definition and defined usage context for teams
Add examples, organizational notes, constraints, and scope for each term
Define the term owner and the person responsible for updates to ensure continuity within the organization
Review the term with stakeholders and approve it to become the official reference for everyone
Connect the term to data assets in the data catalog to transform it from a theoretical definition into an operational asset
Standardizes metric definitions across the organization to ensure reports present clear and consistent numbers
Fast access to ready and trusted definitions directly linked to data sources
Transforms terminology into a centralized, documented system subject to continuous review and updates
Connect business terminology with technical assets to ensure consistent implementation and reduce errors
The Business Glossary defines business terms and their meanings, while the Data Catalog documents technical data assets. The real value appears when both are connected, where each term is linked to its corresponding technical asset
Each term has a designated owner who approves its definition, and a steward who manages drafting and updates. Both roles are assigned directly within the term page in Governata
They remain stored for reference but do not appear in default search results and are not used as active references. They move to a deprecated status
Yes, the glossary is fully Arabic-enabled and designed to reflect the Saudi enterprise context, with full support for managing terms in Arabic across all fields
Standardizing definitions related to compliance ensures that all teams use the same terminology when preparing regulatory reports, reducing inconsistencies and supporting faster response to regulators
Yes, the platform is designed for the Saudi market and supports NDMO and PDPL requirements, with the glossary as a core component of the overall governance framework
Transform conflicting terminology into a single language trusted by all teams from day one