From Compliance to Capability—Empowering Governance That Grows

This strategic partnership between KIK Consulting and Innova CoE brings together KIK’s globally recognized Non-Invasive Data Governance® (NIDG) methodology and Innova CoE’s expertise in business and digital transformation, change enablement, and Centers of Excellence. Together, we provide a comprehensive, end-to-end solution that helps organizations embed governance into their daily operations—without disruption or resistance.

This partnership ensures that organizations not only establish a governance framework but also embed it into a high-functioning Center of Excellence for Business and Digital Transformation that drives continuous innovation, workforce development, and strategic alignment. By working together, KIK Consulting and Innova CoE accelerate governance maturity, foster executive alignment, and maximize the value of data for long-term success.

Partnership Overview

Our Joint Solutions

  • Grounded in the NIDG framework, we deliver targeted education across all data roles—enabling ownership, confidence, and collaboration at every level.

  • Training is not a one-time event—it’s a strategic journey. We begin with a needs assessment aligned with your business strategy, then design customized programs tailored to real gaps. Post-training, we partner with managers to track implementation of key concepts, gather feedback, and conduct follow-ups. We also define metrics to assess impact and support the development of targeted growth plans for individuals and teams.

  • Our joint team provides comprehensive support throughout your governance journey—from stakeholder coaching and change planning to communication strategies, role alignment, and full implementation of your Center of Excellence. We embed governance into the fabric of your organization to ensure sustained value and transformation.

White Papers

Change Management Powered Data Governance

June 2025

Discover how to operationalize data governance through people-first design, role alignment, and scalable change. Co-authored by Rania Waseef and Robert S. Seiner.

Why it Matters to your Organization

  • Build internal capability with minimal disruption

  • Increase trust and value in enterprise data

  • Accelerate governance maturity with measurable ROI

  • Enable scalable CoEs aligned with strategic goals

  • Shift culture through enablement, not enforcement

  • Improve cross-functional alignment and adoption

“This isn’t just another framework, it’s a culture shift. One that reduces resistance, increases accountability, and builds trust from the inside out. This partnership offers more than structure, it delivers a philosophy and a plan for lasting transformation.”

In today’s complex data landscape, organizations need governance strategies that work with people, not against them. Traditional governance offices often fail because they rely on control instead of collaboration. Our partnership brings together two leading approaches—NIDG and Centers of Excellence for Business and Digital Transformation—to deliver a governance model built on purpose, process, and people.

About KIK Consulting

KIK Consulting is the home of Non-Invasive Data Governance®, founded by internationally recognized data governance thought leader Robert S. Seiner. KIK has helped hundreds of organizations adopt sustainable, role-based governance practices that align with business operations and deliver real results. With a focus on practicality, KIK offers advisory services, maturity assessments, and scalable training across all data stewardship levels.

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