In the digital economy, the companies that best manage their data will be the ones that thrive. That said, modern data management is a complex, multifaceted endeavor. Businesses must account for: Acquiring the right data—from internal systems, business partners and customers Segmenting and prioritizing data based on latency and security requirements Moving the right data at the right speed to balance performance and costs Storing data in the right locations—securely and cost-efficiently Processing data in the right locations Keeping data protected, whether it’s in use, in transit or at rest These points illustrate why business leaders often consider their data strategy a core element of their…

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