1. The language that represents the data is unambiguously aligned with the language of the business.
2. The organization has created a comprehensive, approved business glossary.
3. The organization follows the standards for naming, definitions, and metadata associated with business terms.
4. Organization-wide access to the business glossary allows all stakeholders to achieve a common understanding of standard business terms.
5. Data governance facilitates the review, approval, and consistent usage of business terms.
6. A compliance and enforcement process ensures consistent application of business terms as new data requirements and projects arise.
7. The organization has a communication plan and process in place for continuous feedback on the usefulness of the glossary to data users and other stakeholders.