Tacoma Public Utilities will share how it redesigned its data access and governance approach by combining automated technical controls with role-based training to create a scalable and trusted data protection model. The session will highlight how TPU brought together governance teams, platform administrators, analytics engineers, and data owners to reduce access friction while improving data protection and accountability. Attendees will also learn how linking required training to automated access workflows simplified approvals and improved consistency across the organization.

Session Takeaways:
• How cross-functional collaboration improves governance
• Ways role-based training supports secure access
• Best practices for balancing protection and productivity
• Strategies for automating access controls