datavraag

Datavraag is a term used in Dutch-speaking contexts to denote a request for data or a question about data that is submitted to data owners or data teams. It functions as the starting point for data retrieval, reporting, or analysis and can originate from analysts, managers, researchers, or external partners.

In practice, a datavraag specifies several elements. It describes the purpose of the request, the data sources to be used, the specific data fields or variables needed, the time period and level of detail required, and the preferred delivery format. It also notes constraints related to privacy, consent, security, data quality, and any applicable access rights. The scope is often framed to balance usefulness with compliance and risk considerations.

The processing of a datavraag typically involves a review by a data steward or privacy officer, feasibility assessment, and prioritization within available resources. If approved, the data team extracts or builds the dataset, performs quality checks, and delivers it to the requester. When full fulfillment is not possible, alternatives such as partial delivery, anonymization, or a different dataset may be proposed, along with a timeline.

Datavraag is a central concept in data governance and data management. It is commonly tracked in data catalogs, ticketing systems, or governance platforms to improve transparency, accountability, and repeatability of data access across an organization.

Examples include requests for sales figures for a quarterly period, customer counts by region with or without personally identifiable information, or a raw data dump for a research project. See also data governance, data catalog, data request management.