State of The Practice of a Data Management Office Within DOTs

Shang, Mingfeng; Wu, Yao-Jan; Geffen, Gabriel

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State of The Practice of a Data Management Office Within DOTs

2025-11-01
By Shang, Mingfeng ; Wu, Yao-Jan ; Geffen, Gabriel

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English

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Creators:

Shang, Mingfeng ; Wu, Yao-Jan ; Geffen, Gabriel
Corporate Creators:

University of Arizona
Corporate Contributors:

Arizona. Department of Transportation ; United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
Subject/TRT Terms:

Best Practices Chief Data Officer Data Governance Data Management Data Management Office Data Management Plans Decision Making Financing Geographic Information Officer Geographic Information Systems Implementation Organization Organizational Structure Personnel State Departments Of Transportation
Publication/ Report Number:

SPR-792
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

United States ; Arizona
Edition:

Final Report
Corporate Publisher:

Arizona. Department of Transportation
Abstract:

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is evaluating the feasibility of establishing a data management office (DMO) to enhance the accessibility, quality, and coordination of its data assets. As data grows in volume and strategic importance, transportation agencies nationwide have adopted formal structures to improve data governance. This study examines national practices related to the organizational and financial structures of DMOs, including roles, staffing models, funding strategies, and implementation challenges. The research also explores the potential benefits of creating leadership positions such as a chief data officer (CDO) and geographic information officer (GIO) within ADOT. Findings support informed decision-making by identifying best practices and key lessons learned to guide the development of a DMO tailored to ADOT’s needs.
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PDF
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US Transportation Collection
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https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/87742/dot_87742_DS1.pdf
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File Language:

English

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