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Data Mesh vs. Data Fabric: The Future of Data Management

Author(s) Siddhartha Parimi
Country United States
Abstract This comprehensive article explores the emerging paradigms of Data Mesh and Data Fabric as solutions to the limitations of traditional centralized data management approaches. Data Mesh represents a domain-oriented, decentralized model emphasizing organizational ownership structure, while Data Fabric focuses on creating an intelligent metadata-driven integration layer with automated capabilities. The article examines the core principles, implementation considerations, and ideal use cases for both architectures through real-world applications with various organizations. A detailed comparative analysis reveals their fundamental differences in primary focus, governance approaches, implementation complexity, scalability characteristics, real-time capabilities, AI/ML integration, and organizational fit. The discussion extends to future convergence trends, including AI-driven governance, federated learning, edge computing integration, and semantic layer development, concluding with a phased implementation roadmap for organizations considering these architectural approaches.
Keywords Data architecture, Data Mesh, Data Fabric, Domain-oriented ownership, Metadata-driven integration
Field Computer > Data / Information
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-03-22
Cite This Data Mesh vs. Data Fabric: The Future of Data Management - Siddhartha Parimi - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.2657
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.2657
Short DOI https://doi.org/g892fv

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