Thinking about Sigma on Databricks? Here Are the Top 20 Questions We Get

Sigma is a cloud-based data workspace designed to provide secure, spreadsheet-like interactions for analyzing large volumes of data while minimizing compute costs. It integrates seamlessly with platforms like Databricks, allowing business users to access and interact with data without needing advanced SQL skills. Sigma supports enterprise-level deployments, enabling organizations to deliver data-driven insights to thousands of users efficiently. It leverages Databricks' Unity Catalog for permission management and offers features like pivot tables, cross-level calculations, and real-time data updates in embedded workbooks. Sigma's collaborative features include live multi-user editing with version control, while its support for input tables allows users to incorporate their own data alongside existing datasets. It also offers extensive visualization options, pre-built templates, and the ability to schedule reports and exports through various channels, including email and cloud storage.