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FORRS Market Data Governance

Study 2026

1 OF 9

11 %

SECTION 1 – Your Current Situation

Governance & Organization

Is Market Data Governance formally established at your firm?

Yes – formally documentedYes – but only informal practicesNot established

What is the clarity of roles and responsibilities (e.g., Data Owner, Steward, Compliance)?

Unclear12345Fully defined

Is there a dedicated Market Data Policy or Rulebook in your organisation?

YesPlanned / in developmentNo

Who owns the Market Data budget?

Front Office / BusinessCOOCFOCentral Market Data TeamShared ownership across departments

Do internal stakeholders collaborate on (new) central market data products and services (e.g., project board, steering committee)?

Yes – a standing board/committee existsPartially – applies to selected products or projectsNo – decisions are handled case-by-case with varying stakeholdersNot applicable / I cannot say

Does your organization use managed services for Market Data operations?

Yes – extensivelyYes – for selected tasksNoUnder evaluation

How is Market Data positioned within your organization?

Primarily as an operational costAs an enabler for business functionsAs a strategic asset and competitive driverA combination of the aboveNone of the above

Does your organization use an internal demand-management process to control market-data costs and ensure compliance with vendor policies?

Yes, with dedicated analystsPartially / informalNo

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