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12 Best SQL Server ETL Best Practices

In a world where data-driven decisions shape the future of every business, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes are the backbone of operational intelligence. For organizations using Microsoft SQL Server, optimizing ETL pipelines isn't just a technical choice—it’s a strategic imperative. With over two decades in the ETL trenches, I’ve seen what works, what fails, and what silently erodes performance behind the scenes.

Shifting Left: How Data Contracts Underpin People, Processes, and Technology

The divide between operational and analytical systems has long resulted in data inconsistencies, unreliability, and redundancies. Without a single, unified source of truth, teams interpret information in their own ways—often after the fact. This can lead to downstream data discrepancies, issues, and distrust. Meanwhile, changes to upstream data structures create ripple effects, breaking downstream systems and requiring manual intervention to fix issues.

Breaking down enterprise data silos with Moin Haque

How do enterprise leaders navigate fractured data landscapes and integrate AI into business strategies? On this episode of The Fivetran Data Podcast, Moin Haque, Head of Enterprise Data, Analytics & AI at International Flavors and Fragrances Inc. (IFF), shares actionable insights into data federation and innovation with host Kelly Kohlleffel. Key highlights.

Using Set Analysis P() to Improve Your Marketing Spend

On the Next Do More with Qlik Tips and Tricks edition: Using Set Analysis P() to improve your marketing spend. By focusing only on those customers tied to key product purchases, you can better analyze what’s driving real revenue—and adjust your marketing budget accordingly. Target smarter, spend better.

Ep 5 - The Secret to Data Streaming Success: Speaking the Same Language

Want your real-time data streaming initiative to stick? Success hinges on more than pipelines—it’s about people, governance, and business impacts. Jeffrey Johnathon Jennings (J3), managing principal at signalRoom, shares how to bring it all together. In this episode, J3 shares how he’s used impactful proofs of concepts to demonstrate value early, then scaled effectively through shift left with governance and stronger cross-team collaboration.

Cloud Cost Control: Strategies for Scaling Data Operations Without Breaking the Budget on Databricks

As data operations grow, so do cloud costs—but it doesn't have to be a one-to-one relationship. Join us for this enlightening session in our Weekly Walkthrough series, "Controlling Cloud Costs," where we'll explore how to scale your Databricks operations efficiently. You'll gain invaluable insights into balancing performance and cost for scaling your data operations. With Unravel's Data Actionability Platform, you can take immediate, impactful action for transformative results in cost management.