The Informed Company

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Learn to effectively manage a modern data stack and maximize the value of data in your organization! With the rise of new technologies and the explosion of data, traditional practices are no longer sufficient. The "best guess" approach—relying on scattered blog posts and piecing together data practices—won't cut it in today's competitive landscape. This guide offers clear direction on leveraging the modern data stack, including cloud computing, columnar storage, cloud ETL, and BI tools. You'll learn to implement Agile methods and establish processes tailored to your company's needs, using data as a strategic asset for success. Discover best practices for every stage, from querying production databases in startups to setting up data marts for large enterprises. Authors Fowler and David, drawing from their experience at Chartio, recognize that many businesspeople are largely self-taught in data, often relying on outdated resources that overlook the latest cloud technologies and advancements in analytics. This book will enhance your understanding of data, equipping you with current knowledge on effective strategies. Explore data stack techniques that drive success in companies of all sizes, learn the Agile stages of data organization, and understand how to maintain Data Lakes and Warehouses for optimal data storage. Gain insights into architecting Data Warehouses and Marts, and assess your business's data sophistication to elev