Posts Tagged ‘Data Infrastructure’

Column vs Row: Why It’s Time to Rethink How You Pay for ETL

Most data teams remain locked into outdated ETL platforms not out of satisfaction, but due to the perceived risk and disruption of switching, yet the real risk lies in doing nothing, especially under inefficient row-based pricing models that punish growth and hinder budgeting. This blog advocates for a shift to performance-based ETL pricing, highlighting how modern approaches reward efficiency, reduce costs by 30-90%, and can be safely trialed via parallel validation methods like Matatika’s Mirror Mode.

ETL Commodity – Why Are You Still Paying a Premium?

ETL is no longer a specialised function, it’s a commodity, yet many organisations are still paying inflated prices due to outdated, volume-based pricing models. This blog explores why ETL costs remain high, and how Matatika’s Mirror Mode offers a risk-free path to modern, performance-based pricing.

Why Data Migration Tools Fail? Here’s How to Make Them Work

This article explores why data migrations, despite good intentions, often fail to deliver real value, and how using the right data migration tools strategically can change the outcome. Drawing on real-world insights, it offers practical guidance for data leaders looking to break the cycle of reactive migrations and build more resilient, scalable systems.