Data Attribute

Definition

Data Attribute is any general characteristic or property that can be associated with a specific collection of data. Explicitly defined data attributes provide context that guides on the further use of data and can be considered as a type of Metadata.

Examples

• Importance. The relevance of a datum in a given context. Helps determine the impact of Missing Data
• Confidentiality. The ability to disclose given data to various parties.
• Temporality. The temporal nature of the data (refering to historical, current or future states)
• Variability. The static or dynamic (changing nature of data)
• Statistical Type.