The standard emphasizes the framework of data governance, covering goal setting, principle adherence, and model application, while clearly defining the responsible bodies and oversight mechanisms for data governance. It also introduces the concept of a data governance responsibility map, involving the full lifecycle management of data, including data collection, storage, reporting, decision support, publication, and final disposition.

ISO 38505 Data Governance Security Certification signifies the highest global standard for data governance security within an enterprise. This certification reflects a comprehensive security concept that covers the secure management of data assets, control of data usage, and security audits of data governance. Organizations that have obtained this certification can ensure that their data governance practices are not only efficient and compliant but also meet internationally recognized standards in terms of security.