Tableau Cloud + Starburst: New Connector Supports Shift to Cloud-based SaaS

The announcement of a new native connector in Tableau Cloud marks a significant development in the collaboration between Tableau and Starburst, facilitating a seamless shift to cloud-based software-as-a-service platforms. This integration allows Tableau Cloud users to access and query data from various sources, including cloud data lakes, traditional warehouses, and relational databases, without additional configurations. The connector enhances the ability of business intelligence analysts to generate insights from distributed datasets by leveraging Starburst's high-performance connectors and query processing capabilities. With features like LDAP authentication and multi-cloud capabilities, the partnership between Tableau and Starburst aims to empower enterprises with faster insights and secure data access, reflecting a broader trend towards managed cloud services and the growing adoption of platforms like Starburst Galaxy.