Summary

In this chapter, we discussed the business value of Data Fabric architecture. We spoke about the value proposition of each of Data Fabric’s building blocks. We have also posited Data Fabric architecture as a strategic approach to successful data monetization. The Data Fabric building blocks – Data Governance, Data Integration, and Self-Service – work together to deliver data that can lead to highly profitable revenue and operational efficiency. We have also reviewed real-life examples showcasing millions of dollars lost by organizations not having the right data architecture and strategy in place. We have also discussed the value Data Fabric architecture can offer large, medium-sized, and small organizations. Data Fabric can substantially provide a huge return on investment across organizations focused on digital transformation.

In the next chapter, we will review Data Mesh architecture and discuss how the Data Fabric and Data Mesh architectures are...