Persona-driven data mesh design

In an episode of Data Mesh TV, Adrian Estala and Nachiket Mehta discuss the complexities and strategies of implementing a persona-driven data mesh design. They emphasize the importance of considering all personas—data producers, consumers, and engineers—in the early design phase to ensure enterprise-wide commitment and alignment. The mesh approach offers transparency for data producers, flexibility and fit-for-purpose design for data consumers, and potential relief for overwhelmed data engineers by enabling autonomous domain teams. A key highlight is the development of domain-driven ownership through data ontology, which promotes best practices and addresses technical and ethical concerns in data management. The episode also touches on the concept of a shared data economy and the challenges of establishing clear boundaries for data sharing, alongside the evolving role of data contracts and service level agreements in governance and operational efficiency.