Part 5/10:
To enable AI-driven decisions, No More set a singular goal: eliminate data silos and build a connected, comprehensive data platform. They undertook extensive data engineering efforts, focusing on creating a unified, accessible, governed, and real-time data ecosystem.
Building the Modern Data Platform
The company's technical architecture reflects a strategic focus on data connectivity, security, and scalability:
- Data Mesh Architecture: Chosen over traditional lakehouses, the data mesh approach ensures data remains at rest within its owning units, reducing bureaucracy and promoting data ownership. This decentralized model suits their global, multi-office structure, facilitating seamless data access across regions.