E1 – Envision
Strategy Comes First
Governance doesn't start with rules — it starts with vision.
In this phase, you define the strategic intent behind metadata governance and set the direction for how tagging will support your broader cloud goals. This is where alignment begins across teams and leadership.
Key Objectives
- Define why tagging matters for your organization
- Map out key stakeholders and secure initial sponsorship
- Draft your first version of the tagging strategy document
- Clarify which tags are core (mandatory) and which are contextual
- Create a communication plan to bring teams on board
Deliverables
- Tagging Strategy (v0.1)
- Stakeholder map with responsibilities
- Internal comms plan and engagement approach
- High-level rollout vision and success metrics
By the end of this phase, your teams should be aligned on what tagging means, why it matters, and how the work will begin. You're not enforcing anything yet — you're preparing the ground for real change.