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A collaborative effort

The DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 project is a collaborative effort built on the contributions of the global data management community. Your input and expertise are essential to shaping a resource that is comprehensive, practical, and reflective of the diverse needs of practitioners, educators, and organizations worldwide.

How to Contribute

At this stage, the primary opportunity to collaborate is by completing the DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 Feedback & Volunteer Registration Form.

This form allows you to:

Share your feedback and ideas.
Express your interest in contributing to the project, whether as part of a focus group, a workshop, or an interview.

Your involvement will make a significant difference in the quality and relevance of the final publication.

Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

All contributions to DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 must adhere to DAMA International’s policies on intellectual property (IP) and confidentiality. Contributors are required to acknowledge the following:

Any ideas or content submitted through this form will become the property of DAMA® International, and you irrevocably waive any rights to the submitted content.
DAMA International reserves the sole discretion to use or not use the submitted ideas, and no guarantee is made regarding their inclusion or use.
Your personal information will be handled in accordance with DAMA International’s Privacy Policy.
You may opt out of communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in each email.

Your insights and expertise are invaluable in shaping DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0. There are multiple ways to get involved and contribute to this important initiative.

Getting Involved & Contributing

You can participate by:

Filling out the DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 Feedback & Volunteer Registration Form (Link to form)
Completing the upcoming Benchmark Satisfaction Survey (Coming soon!)
Participating in discussions, focus groups, and workshops
Reviewing draft content and providing structured feedback

Stay tuned for formal calls for volunteers, which will be announced soon!

📌 Want to connect locally?
Reach out to your nearest DAMA® Chapter to explore regional opportunities for involvement:
Find Your DAMA Chapter

Stay Updated

Don’t miss an opportunity to contribute! Keep up with project updates by:

Visiting this website regularly for news, announcements, and calls for volunteers
Subscribing to our newsletter for direct updates (Link to form)
Following DAMA International on social media to stay engaged

Every contribution—big or small—helps make DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 the best resource possible for the global data management community. Thank you for being part of this journey!

By the Community, For the Community

The DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 project is uniquely designed to engage and collaborate with the global data community, inviting feedback and insights to shape the future of this foundational framework. By opening the project to contributions from a diverse range of stakeholders, we aim to ensure that the updated DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 reflects the collective experiences, needs, and aspirations of data professionals worldwide.

Collaboration and Inclusiveness

We recognize the global data community as a vibrant and diverse network of individuals and organizations, including, but not limited to:

Individual practitioners and professionals.
Academics, educators, and researchers.
Thought leaders and innovators in data management.
Enthusiasts and advocates passionate about data.
DAMA Chapters and affiliated members.
Industry organizations and enterprises.
Governmental institutions and public sector bodies.
Standards organizations and regulatory bodies.

By fostering inclusiveness and encouraging collaboration across these groups, we aim to build a resource that is truly “by and for” the global data community. Through surveys, workshops, focus groups, interviews, and direct engagement, we seek feedback on both the content and format of the current DAMA-DMBOK® 2.0 Revision, as well as ideas and expectations for the new DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0.

Community Engagement

Community engagement lies at the heart of this project. We are committed to creating a platform where every voice is valued, and contributors can help shape a resource that meets the evolving needs of data management professionals. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or new to the field, your input matters. We encourage participation from all corners of the globe, ensuring diverse perspectives and solutions.

A Framework for the Global Community

DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 is being developed as a framework not only for the global data community but also with its active participation. Together, we will create a resource that reflects the real-world challenges and opportunities in data management, ensuring its relevance and value for years to come.

By building a foundation of inclusiveness, transparency, and collaboration, the DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 project aspires to be a unifying force for data professionals, providing both a guiding framework and a platform for global engagement.

Managing Expectations

While we welcome and highly value the contributions and feedback from the global data community, it is important to manage expectations regarding the integration of these inputs. All feedback will be carefully reviewed and consolidated by the Editorial Board as part of the development process for DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0. However, the final content and editorial direction will represent a consensus guided by the expertise of the Editorial Board, which retains full authority over the framework’s structure, themes, and content. This ensures that DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 maintains its integrity, coherence, and alignment with DAMA® International’s standards and mission.

Contributing Guidelines

We are actively working on developing clear guidelines for submitting feedback and content proposals, including policies on intellectual property (IP), confidentiality (NDA), and structured review processes. These guidelines will ensure a transparent, consistent, and fair approach to incorporating community input into the evolving framework.

We appreciate your patience as we establish these processes and look forward to collaborating with data professionals, educators, and industry leaders to make DAMA-DMBOK® 3.0 a truly community-driven resource!

Guidelines for submitting feedback or proposals for updates (including NDA/IP).
Review processes and expectations for contributors.