In the previous articles of this series, we explored the importance of data governance in managing enterprise data effectively (Part 1), how BigID supports data governance, particularly for data privacy, security, and classification (Part 2), and the role of Data Subject Access Rights (DSAR) in protecting individual privacy (Part 3). Together, these concepts emphasized the importance of visibility, control, and accountability in modern data governance.
In this fourth installment, we shift focus to another critical pillar of data governance: Data Retention. While organizations often think of retention simply as storing data for later use, the reality is far more complex. Done right, data retention ensures compliance, cost efficiency, and stronger security. Done poorly, it creates unnecessary risks, ranging from legal exposure and privacy violations to spiraling storage costs and an expanded cybersecurity attack surface.
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