Big data is a popular term. Many use the word in passing. However, what is Big Data? How can you use it to elevate your business?
What is Big Data?
Big Data is data that comes in a large volume. Generally terabytes to petabytes (or beyond) in size, this data comes in a variety of formats. With all of this data coming at a high velocity, technology has developed ways to utilize this data. Remember the three V’s of Big Data: volume, variety, and velocity.
Big data is a term that refers to the collection, storage, analysis, and interpretation of data sets that are so large or complex that traditional database management tools are inadequate. These data sets may be collected from sensors, social media, mobile devices, financial transactions, or any other type of information-gathering system.
Do you have a use case for Big Data Stack?
Depending on your product, you may have a use case for Big Data. Typically, Big Data is commonly used for analytical or enrichment purchases. For example, if you want to identify the trend of user purchases from a variety of sources, Big Data may be an answer. However, you must ensure you’re not using a drill for a hammer.
Take alternatives into consideration before you settle on a Big Data stack. If you’re dealing with structured data, a relational database may be the best data store for you to use. Document databases are suited for unstructured data. However, if you have a mix and need to store a large amount of data, a Big Data stack such as Hadoop or Snowflake may be the best tool for you.
What Next?
The tool has to match the product need. When searching for the correct, an experience partner or team is essential to help build your product. A team like the team here at Ehgo Solutions, can help you achieve your goals. Contact us today at info@ehgosolutions.com.