ـــــ Data Sharing ــــ

No data leaves the organization without policy, and no access remains after it is no longer needed

Transform data sharing from an individual decision into a structured, documented process both internally and externally, with a clear approval workflow and a complete record for every request.

Internal and external requests in one system

Multi-stage approval workflow

API-based integration

Compliant with NDMO and PDPL

Used by 15+ organizations

Unstructured data sharing is a silent internal risk that appears too late

When data is shared based on informal requests rather than policy, no one knows who accessed what, why, or for how long.

Everything you need to manage data sharing effectively

From request submission to data delivery, all in one integrated module within Governata.

Internal Sharing Requests

Submit formal requests between departments, defining business purpose, required data elements, and access duration

External Sharing Requests

Manage data sharing with external entities, attach agreements, and track each request from submission to delivery

API-Based Sharing

Share data programmatically with external systems through APIs, with visibility into activation status, fields, and related requests

Multi-Stage Approval Workflow

Each request goes through review by the data office, data steward, and technical teams based on request type and data sensitivity

Purpose and Duration Definition

Each request includes a defined business purpose and access duration, whether daily, weekly, yearly, or real-time

Request Tracking Dashboard

Real-time visibility into request status: in progress, under review, rejected, or delivered, with clear metrics

From request to data delivery in four steps

1
Request Submission

Define required data, business purpose, access duration, and frequency

2
Review and Approval

Requests go through the approval workflow, including the data office, data steward, and data owner

3
Data Delivery

Data is delivered according to defined settings after approvals are completed

4
Monitoring and Closure

Track request status and automatically revoke access when the defined period ends

Who benefits from data sharing in Governata?

Data Analyst

Submit structured requests with a clear purpose and duration, and track status without relying on multiple communications

Data Office

Central dashboard for all requests with filtering by status and department, with approval or rejection, and automatic documentation

Governance and Compliance Teams

Full audit trail for every sharing activity, including purpose, duration, approvals, and agreements, ready for regulators without manual effort

Data Owner

Instant notification for any request related to their data, with final approval authority and full visibility into access and duration

Structured data sharing is not optional, it is a regulatory requirement

NDMO and PDPL require documenting every data sharing activity, and Governata makes this documentation automatic.

Purpose Documentation

PDPL requires personal data sharing to be tied to a defined and documented purpose

✓ Every request includes a mandatory business purpose

Access Duration Control

Unlimited access without review violates governance principles

✓ Each request has a defined and reviewable duration

Pre-Approval Requirement

No data is shared without approval from the responsible authority

✓ Mandatory approval workflow before any delivery

External Sharing Agreements

Sharing data externally requires formal agreements defining terms and responsibilities

✓ Agreements are attached and documented for every external request

FAQs about Data Sharing

What is the difference between internal and external sharing requests?

- Internal requests occur between departments and follow internal approval workflows
- External requests are directed to external entities and require a formal sharing agreement before delivery

Yes. You can track the status of any request at any time, whether under review, approved, rejected, or delivered, including rejection reasons if applicable

Approval depends on request type and data sensitivity, The workflow typically includes the data office, data steward, and data owner, and may involve one or multiple stages based on policy

Yes. Each request includes a defined access duration and frequency such as daily, weekly, yearly, or real-time, Access is automatically revoked once the duration expires

Yes. The system enables programmatic data sharing with external systems through APIs, with visibility into activation status, number of fields, and associated requests

Each request includes defined purpose, access duration, and sharing agreement, creating a documented record that can be presented to regulators at any time

Turn data sharing from a habit into a policy

Do not wait for a data breach or unexpected audit. Governata ensures every sharing activity is documented and auditable from day one.