Challenges in Real-Time Operational Data Access

This chapter explores the difficulties associated with real-time access to operational data compared to traditional ETL approaches. It underscores the importance of direct data sourcing to improve efficiency and accuracy and introduces Snow Leopard as an intelligent data retrieval system that minimizes the need for cumbersome data movement. The discussion also highlights the pressing need for scalable solutions that accommodate both structured and semi-structured data in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.