Data Architecture Document Template
A template for data architecture documentation including data models, governance, lineage, and lifecycle management.
The Data Architecture Document template provides a structure for thorough data architecture documentation. It covers data models, governance, compliance, and lifecycle management.
Template Sections
This template includes seven sections covering data architecture from concept to implementation.
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Section Requirements
Getting Started
Model-first data architecture with a central data model, interactive data views per model, database profiles for vendor-specific output, search profiles for index configuration, schema lineage to model properties, and project reports for coverage metrics.
Use ERD diagrams with navigation and linting, data lineage tracking, schema definitions, and data lifecycle blocks for complete data architecture documentation.
Step-by-step guide to building a complete data dictionary with schemas, ERDs, lineage, and governance documentation.