Data Description and Naming Guidelines

This document outlines guidelines and procedures for creating standard names and descriptions for data objects within Digital. It details a four-step process for naming data objects, which includes identifying the controller, establishing standard descriptions and business names, and deriving abbreviated names. The document applies to various data object types such as Business Data Objects, Data Models, Entities, Associations, Elements, and Fields. It emphasizes the importance of clear, consistent, and shareable data definitions to improve data analysis, system integration, and decision-making. The document also provides specific naming guidelines for fields, models, entities, and associations, and includes appendices on using the Glossary of Business Terms and related documents.