Leadership asks how to judge whether the metadata program is delivering value beyond counting cataloged tables. Which outcome metric best fits that ask?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation.
Short Explanation
Counting catalog pages is like counting library books without asking if newcomers can find a trustworthy title on day one. Measure time-to-first-trusted-dataset for new analysts. That outcome shows the metadata program actually speeds safe onboarding.
Full Explanation
Metadata program value is better evidenced by outcomes such as reduced time-to-first-trusted-dataset than by raw catalog object counts. Faster safe discovery and onboarding demonstrate adoption and trust. Inflating inventory with orphans or tracking unrelated UI debates does not prove information-management value. Outcome metrics keep leadership focused on consumer enablement.