Get to know us
At Vanguard Information Systems (VIS), we're pioneering the integration of human expertise with advanced AI and automation to deliver future-ready solutions in Strategic Data Management, Data Culture and Governance, Data Excellence and Quality, Data Privacy and Security, and Regulatory Compliance Consulting. With over three decades of experience, our focus is on shaping the future of data management and compliance.
Our Motto
Empowering Futures: People, Precision, Progress
Our Vision
Equip your businesses with efficient, pragmatic, manageable, and future ready data solutions.
Our unique approach of marrying human expertise with AI and automation positions us as your ideal partner in navigating the dynamic world of data management and compliance, today and tomorrow.
Our Principles
We’re all about putting people first – it’s the essence of who we are and how we operate. Our focus is firmly on keeping our customers and team happy, because we reckon that’s the key to success.
We believe in the power of top-notch education, blending the smarts of AI with the irreplaceable touch of human expertise.
Rajiv Tarafdar
Founder / Director
With over 28 years of experience, Rajiv Tarafdar is a recognised Specialist in Data Management, Governance, Data Quality, Privacy, and Regulatory Compliance. He works with forward-thinking organisations to design and implement practical data strategies that build trust in data, uplift user capability, and deliver measurable business value.
As the Founder of Vanguard Information Systems and the architect of TEDU™ (Trusted Enablement of Data and Users) and EDGE™ (Enhanced Data Governance Evolution) — Rajiv brings a people-first, enablement-led approach that goes beyond traditional governance. His work ensures data is not only secure and compliant, but usable, trusted, and actively driving decisions across the enterprise.
Rajiv has successfully led strategic data programs across industries including financial services, healthcare, government, mining, utilities, retail, and education, delivering measurable outcomes.
His core strengths include:
Designing fit-for-purpose data governance, quality, privacy, and compliance frameworks
Delivering regulatory alignment with APRA CPS 234/230, OAIC APP, GDPR, and other industry standards
Embedding accountability, ownership, and data literacy through enablement and change management
Bridging the gap between business goals and technical delivery using platforms like Alation, Informatica, Alex Solutions, Snowflake, Azure, and AWS
At the heart of Rajiv’s approach is a simple idea:
"Data governance should enable, not control. It’s about activating both data and people to create confidence, reduce risk, and improve outcomes."