Requirements Engineering Approach for Data Ownership Concepts

In recent years, the growing importance of data ownership has attracted significant attention, reflecting not only its pivotal role in the evolving data-driven environment but also the complexity of addressing it across diverse contexts. The necessity of developing effective data ownership concepts for data platforms is indisputable; nevertheless, the process is inherently complex and demands a comprehensive examination of the requirements surrounding this multifaceted issue. This paper puts forward a novel approach to the development of data ownership concepts, which draws on principles from requirements engineering (RE). The efficacy of this approach is evaluated through in-depth case-studies focusing on three distinct contexts: the development of a data ownership concept within the realm of smart meters, smart livestock farming, and data spaces for energy. Through the application of RE principles, this work strives to provide a structured and effective approach for addressing the nuanced challenges associated with data ownership in the process of developing data ownership concepts for data-driven platforms and applications.