Composable data systems: The future of intelligent data management systems [Video]

In a diverse and dynamic technology landscape, how can companies create a more intelligent approach to data management? Composable data systems based on open standards may be the next big thing for infrastructure modernization. 

Organizations are seeking new ways to build out today’s modern data stacks, which have become increasingly diverse. Recent research of 105 joint Databricks Inc. and Snowflake Inc. customers, conducted in partnership with Enterprise Technology Research, revealed two key trends. More than a third of respondents said they use at least one additional modern data platform other than Databricks or Snowflake. And half say they continue to rely on on-premises or hybrid cloud platforms. These findings highlight the need for multi-platform approaches when creating the modern data stack.

Big data frameworks typically already include storage and compute layers, but some companies are pushing composability further by separating the application programming interface layer, according to Josh Patterson, co-founder and chief executive …