Datavault Podcast

In this episode, we tackle a critical question for data professionals: When is Data Vault not the best choice for building a data warehouse?

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In this episode, our CEO, Neil Strange, sits down with Joe Barter, our specialist in data modelling and analysis, to unpack the role of data modelling in modern organizations. We explore whether it's still a critical skill, and why it might be more relevant than ever.

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In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex discuss the importance of data literacy and what it takes to build a truly data-driven organisation. They cover everything from understanding basic data concepts to using the right tools and applying critical thinking when analysing data.

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 In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs break down what success looks like in data projects. They discuss how to define success, align teams, avoid failure conditions, and tackle challenges like tech debt and documentation. If you’re involved in data engineering or data warehousing, this is a must-listen! 

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In this episode, Alex Higgs and Neil Strange discuss the...interesting topic of data warehouse colors. What do you think?

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Failed data projects are still a major problem in the industry—even after decades of experience in data engineering and warehousing. In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs break down why projects fail and what you can do to improve your chances of success.

From poor processes and skills gaps to organizational politics, we explore the key challenges that cause delays, budget overruns, and missed business objectives. Plus, we discuss how to set clear success and failure conditions to keep your project on track.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest challenges in data engineering and data warehousing—team sizes. Should a team be as small as two people, or do you need a large group to get the job done? We discuss:

• The impact of team size on productivity
• The role of automation in reducing workload
• Why some projects slow down despite large budgets
• The importance of skill distribution within a team
• How onboarding and documentation affect efficiency

🚀 Whether you're running a data warehouse or managing a data engineering project, this episode will help you rethink your approach to team structure and tooling.

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AI is everywhere, but how well do we really understand its capabilities and limitations? In this episode, Alex Higgs sits down with Ignition Data CEO, Julien Redmond, to break down the strengths and weaknesses of AI in business, including how large language models (LLMs) process information, the risks of AI bias, and why human expertise remains essential. We also dive into the environmental and financial costs of AI adoption and how businesses can prepare for AI integration.

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In this episode of the Datavault Podcast, we sit down with Julien Redmond, CEO of Ignition Data, to explore the evolving role of data management in the age of AI. With automation and AI rapidly and expanding, Julien shares why experienced data professionals are more important than ever and how businesses can balance new technologies with trusted data governance practices.

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In this episode of the Datavault Podcast, we sit down with Julien Redmond, CEO of Ignition Data, to discuss IRiS, a powerful new data automation tool designed to simplify Data Vault development. Julien shares insights into how IRiS integrates with existing cloud platforms, reduces the learning curve for engineers, and supports an agile, use-case-driven approach to data management.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs explain non-historised links.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) talk about Satellites in Data Vault

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) explore Links in Data Vault.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs explain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Data in Data Vault.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs debrief from the 2024 Data Vault User Group Conference at Royal Holloway, University of London.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) describe how you to get started with Data Vault. Whether you're just getting started with Data Vault or are looking to optimize your current implementation, we’ve got you covered.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Neil Strange and Alex Higgs dive into the ins and outs of managing satellite data in Data Vault. They explore how to quickly access the latest records in satellites, balancing between views, materialized views, and helper tables to optimize performance. Learn practical techniques for handling historical data, using window functions, and leveraging Snowflake's “as of join” feature for time-specific queries.

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) explore the Data Vault Q&A Forum.

What you'll learn in this episode:
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - What is the Data Vault Q&A Forum?
1:30 - Who is on the forum?
2:18 - Exploring the forum
4:23 - Thanks for watching!

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) tackle the key question: Is Data Vault right for your business?

They dive into the benefits of Data Vault, from rapid iteration and seamless integration of multiple data sources to enhancing audit, compliance, and AI-driven data quality.

What you'll learn in this episode:
0:00 - Introduction
0:45 - What does Data Vault offer that other methods don't?
7:40 - Thanks for watching!

Key topics include:
🔹 Why Data Vault is ideal for scaling complex data environments
🔹 How it supports faster capability introduction and AI integration
🔹 Real-world examples of simplifying data integration across industries like insurance

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Welcome to The Datavault Podcast, your go-to source for everything Data Vault!

In this episode, Alex Higgs (AutomateDV Product Manager) and Neil Strange (CEO and Founder of Datavault) describe how you to get started with Data Vault. Whether you're just getting started with Data Vault or are looking to optimize your current implementation, we’ve got you covered.

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