The text highlights the critical importance of maintaining data quality in machine learning models, emphasizing that flaws often originate from data issues rather than the algorithms themselves. It outlines a comprehensive seven-step strategy to transform data integrity into a strategic advantage, beginning with assessing the current data quality baseline to identify and address data issues systematically. The approach includes establishing quality validation pipelines to prevent faulty data from reaching production, deploying automated monitoring systems for real-time anomaly detection, and training teams on interpreting and responding to quality signals effectively. Additionally, the implementation of feedback loops and governance frameworks ensures continuous improvement and compliance with regulations, while leveraging advanced tools like Galileo enhances these processes by enabling real-time risk prevention and regulatory compliance. The ultimate goal is to shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive quality management, thereby reducing costs, accelerating deployment timelines, and maintaining high-performing machine learning models.