Companies today handle a lot of data. If that sounds familiar, you probably struggle with the feeling of data overwhelm: Having so much data, you don’t have a good idea about all the types you have or where it comes from. You may get it from data lakes, SaaS systems, data processors, or third-party sources.
While on the surface having a lot of data is often seen as a good thing, in reality it presents a new set of challenges. You may be powerless to use the data you’ve collected due to the volume, sprawl, and unexpected types. This sheer volume of data also presents unique challenges for many stakeholders in your organization. However, perhaps the biggest problem is that not using or understanding your data sets you up for compliance risks.
Simply put, you need to understand your data better. From what you have, how it’s used, and the policies and compliance requirements that apply to it, data intelligence needs to be a priority. You can use the four pillars of data intelligence to do just that.
