Consumption Layers 101

A consumption layer is an integral part of modern enterprise data architectures, acting as an intermediary between data users and data sources to streamline data accessibility and performance. It allows analysts to execute SQL queries without concern for the data's location or format, effectively insulating them from disruptions caused by data migrations or IT infrastructure changes. This layer offers significant benefits, including mitigating the risks of data movement, simplifying the complexity of maintaining a solutions stack, and preventing vendor lock-in by allowing organizations to connect to various data sources. Starburst Enterprise exemplifies a consumption layer by enabling fast, seamless access to data regardless of its source, thereby enhancing user productivity and IT flexibility during cloud migrations.