By Fred Baradari May 14, 2021 The Federal Data Strategy 2020 Action Plan outlines a broad agenda for federal agencies leveraging data as a strategic asset. It offers a 10-year vision for how the federal government will accelerate the use of data to deliver on agency missions, serve the public and steward resources while protecting security, privacy and confidentiality. The FDS’ goal is to fully leverage the value of federal data for mission, service and the public good by guiding agencies in practicing ethical governance, conscious design and a learning culture. The strategy outlines 10 principles, 40 practices and 20 specific, measurable actions, ranging from ensuring relevance of the data, using data to guide decision-making and publishing and updating data inventories.