Question
How do I tell my board about data licensing?
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Short answer
Present it as a controlled opportunity: what data, what buyers, expected range, risks and safeguards, and the approval process. Boards want to see rights review, privacy protections and reputational considerations.
Part of: How licensing works
Explanation#
Include a short summary of permitted uses and exclusions.
Ask for approval at defined decision points.
Rights and privacy#
- Confirm customer, vendor and employee agreements allow the use
- Remove or de-identify personal details before anything leaves the company
- Approve the final dataset and permitted uses in writing
How licensing works#
A business describes its data, buyer demand is assessed, scope and permitted use are proposed, the data is prepared and de-identified, an agreement is signed, and the approved dataset is delivered. See data licensing for detail.
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