A data asset is a resource that contains data, either manually curated, or generated by a computational (ETL) process. Data are raw facts (associations) generated by observations.
Standards are agreed-upon conventions or guidelines that ensure uniformity, consistency, and compatibility in various fields and practices. They are like the common languages or rulebooks that different parties use to ensure they understand each other and can work together efficiently. Standards include both exchange standards, like KGX or SSSOM, and ontologies, like HPO or Mondo.
A software tool is a computer program designed to help users perform specific tasks or functions, typically making complex or time-consuming processes more efficient and user-friendly. These tasks can range from simple data manipulation to sophisticated design and analysis.