Harnessing context files with Maia significantly enhances the management and automation of data workflows by providing a single source of truth that enforces consistent standards, naming conventions, and business rules across various environments. These context files, stored as Markdown documents in the .matillion/maia/rules/ directory, embed reusable knowledge such as schema rules and project goals into every Maia prompt, thereby reducing manual errors and maintaining consistency across development, staging, and production environments. By reading these files, Maia can interpret domain rules, propose transformations, and adapt logic to align with organizational standards, ultimately simplifying maintenance and reducing technical debt. This approach not only improves scalability and consistency but also aids new team members in understanding domain rules and reduces the likelihood of errors due to fewer manual edits. As a result, context files make data pipelines smarter and more manageable, allowing teams to focus on delivering business value while Maia ensures adherence to established standards.