May 24, 2023

Data Fabric Deep Dive Part 3: Building a Data Fabric or Data Mesh

Explore the complexity of building a Data Fabric and Data Mesh. Learn architecture design, technology selection, data modeling and more.

 Kaycee Lai

Kaycee Lai

Founder

In our Part 2 deep dive, we dove deeper into the components of what makes up a Data Fabric and Data Mesh. But how does one actually about BUILDING either a Data Fabric or Data Mesh?

A data analytics dashboard showing a combination of bar charts and pie charts.

How to Build a Data Fabric

Building a Data Fabric involves creating a unified and consistent data infrastructure that simplifies data access, integration, and management across disparate data sources. A Data Fabric provides seamless access to data, allowing users to easily explore, analyze, and gain insights from their data. Here are the steps to build a Data Fabric:

Building a Data Fabric requires a thoughtful approach to architecture, technology selection, data modeling, and governance. By following these steps and continuously iterating and improving your Data Fabric, you can create a unified and consistent data infrastructure that simplifies data access, integration, and management across your organization.

How to build a Data Mesh

Building a Data Mesh involves rethinking your data architecture, organizational structure, and culture to enable a decentralized, domain-oriented, and self-serve data infrastructure. Implementing a Data Mesh requires following a set of principles and practices. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you build a Data Mesh:

By following these steps and embracing the core principles of Data Mesh, you can build a decentralized, domain-oriented, and self-serve data infrastructure that scales effectively and promotes collaboration and data sharing across your organization.

Related Blog Posts

March 13, 2025

The Future of Enterprise AI: How Promethium’s Instant Data Fabric is Unlocking Trusted, Scalable Insights

Enterprise AI is evolving at breakneck speed. While organizations are eager to harness the power of Generative AI, they need a trusted, secure, and fast way to access data.

Continue Reading »
February 20, 2025

The Data Fabric Show Podcast Gains Significant Momentum – Hosts Stellar Guests from Acceldata, BigID, Databricks, National Grid Electrical Transmission and Night Markets

The Data Fabric Show, a podcast designed to help viewers create a modern data experience, is growing in popularity since its launch.

Continue Reading »
September 26, 2024

What Makes a Data Fabric: Understanding the Differences Between Microsoft Fabric and Promethium

Data fabric is essential for organizations seeking a more agile, comprehensive, and efficient way to manage their data.

Continue Reading »