Data Provenance for Data Quality

Data provenance refers to tracking the origin and history of data—where it comes from, how it has been collected, processed, and changed over time. Ensuring good data provenance helps verify the data’s accuracy, reliability, and trustworthiness. It allows organizations to understand the data’s context, replicate results, and identify potential errors or biases. In essence, data provenance acts like a transparent audit trail, providing confidence that the data used for analysis or decision-making is accurate and well-documented.