Embrace the Data Contract as a Service

The evolution of data management over the past decade reveals a shift from tightly connected data producers and consumers to a decentralized model driven by diverse data sources in the cloud. This change has introduced complexities for those reliant on data, such as data scientists and analysts. As data flows in from various origins, adjustments can disrupt downstream processes like reporting and modeling. To mitigate these issues, the concept of a data contract is emerging, drawing parallels with software engineering service contracts. This approach establishes clear expectations regarding data outputs, changes, and reliability, thus offering SLAs akin to those in software that ensure consistency and trust in data accessibility.

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