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Moving to a decentralised approach to data at Wayfair, with Nachiket Mehta

Oct 19, 2023
Wayfair's Nachiket Mehta discusses decentralising data, from challenges to benefits. They cover using domain models, data contracts, and a platform-based approach for faster decision-making. Learn how decentralisation can enhance performance and drive business growth.
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  • Wayfair shifted to a decentralized data model for faster decision-making.
  • Utilizing domain models and data contracts empowers teams to drive business growth.

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Transition to Decentralized Data Approach at Wayfair

Wayfair, a leading retailer, shifted to a decentralized data approach focusing on data democratization. By transitioning to a decentralized setup, driven by ideas like data mesh, they aimed to enhance governance and data product mindset. The move involved defining domains, establishing data contracts for producers and consumers, and creating a self-service data platform.

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