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Figure 2.  Three primary LDS perspectives and their associated audience groups
 

The life cycle of data

  • Define: Identify and define the data elements to be collected.
  • Create: Create data (descriptive data exist and other data are created by events).
  • Collect: Collect the data in the least burdensome manner.
  • Store: Store data in accessible formats for efficient access and use.
  • Protect: Secure data from individual or technological intrusion. Protect the privacy of individuals.

The life cycle of data

  • Use: Use data for compliance, analyses, and education improvement.
  • Share: Provide the public with appropriate data.
  • Retire: Archive permanent records with historical or legal value. Destroy electronic records with little or no value to the data owner.
 

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