data quality control

[/ˈdeɪtə ˈkwɒlɪti kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: data quality control processes/procedures
controle de qualidade de dados
1. A systematic process of ensuring that data meets established standards of accuracy, completeness, consistency, and validity before being used in analysis or decision-making.
Data quality control is essential to prevent errors in financial reporting.
O controle de qualidade de dados é essencial para prevenir erros nos relatórios financeiros.
2. The set of procedures and techniques used to identify, correct, and prevent data errors and inconsistencies in databases and information systems.
The company implemented a new data quality control system to reduce inaccuracies.
A empresa implementou um novo sistema de controle de qualidade de dados para reduzir imprecisões.
3. Quality assurance measures applied to datasets to maintain integrity and reliability for business operations and analytics.
Regular data quality control audits help maintain customer database accuracy.
Auditorias regulares de controle de qualidade de dados ajudam a manter a precisão do banco de dados de clientes.
In Brazil, 'controle de qualidade de dados' is increasingly important as companies digitalize operations and comply with regulations like LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados). In the USA and international tech contexts, this term is fundamental to data governance, Big Data analytics, and regulatory compliance. The abbreviation 'DQC' or simply 'quality control' is often used in technical environments, while full terminology is preferred in formal documentation and audits.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
data validationdata integrity managementdata verificationquality assurance for datadata accuracy control
Antonyms / Antônimos
data corruptiondata degradationdata neglect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
controle de qualidade de dados
Standard term used in business and IT contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
controle de qualidade de dados / QC de dados
More frequently abbreviated in corporate and tech industry settings
Rio de Janeiro
controle de qualidade de dados
Used similarly to São Paulo, with occasional use of English abbreviation 'DQC'
Portugal
controlo de qualidade de dados
Portuguese spelling uses 'controlo' instead of 'controle'; commonly used in government and corporate sectors

Related Words

data governancedata cleansingdata profilingdata auditdatabase managementdata validation rulesdata quality metrics

Related Idioms & Phrases

garbage in, garbage out (GIGO)
maintaining data integrity
ensuring data fitness for use
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