Operational data store (ODS) in biGENIUS-X
With the biGENIUS-X Data Store Generators, users can build an operational data store (ODS) that bridges source systems and analytical models by preserving both current and historical operational data in its original granular form. It maintains a unified view of operational data while enabling column-level historization and flexible transformations, providing a reliable foundation for downstream models – particularly Data Vault implementations.
Key enterprise applications
Data Vault integration: Enables reliable loading, complete reloads for hash key recalculation, and model recreation from historical states
Specialized analytics: Supports ad-hoc queries requiring granular data and historical attribute visibility, enabling direct reporting when standard reports from downstream models lack necessary detail
Comprehensive archiving: Maintains complete historical records for traceability and operational state reconstruction
Data governance: Preserves data lineage from source to consumption and original data characteristics
Source data consolidation: Compiles data from different source systems in one place
The biGENIUS-X Data Store Generators
biGENIUS-X leverages native capabilities specific to each environment. For Spark implementations, this includes Spark specific Partitioning and Liquid Clustering.
The biGENIUS-X Data Store Generators extend beyond basic data store capabilities with several integrated features:
Multi-source integration
Organizes data by topics with automated metadata management that preserves data lineage.
Transformation framework
Uses a proprietary composite architecture for reusable transformation patterns. Data store composites sit in front of the main objects, enabling pre-processing tasks like aggregations and filtering while maintaining logical separation.
Configurable historization
Implements a differentiated approach (SCD0, SCD1, SCD2) that enables attribute-specific strategies through simple configuration.
Delete detection
Automatically identifies and flags deleted records without requiring custom CDC implementations.
Advanced loading
Captures multiple intra-day changes with built-in incremental and multi-version loading capabilities.
Deduplication of data
Pre-built and ready-to-use data deduplication methods available.
Reuse projects via Data Marketplace
Publish ODS projects in data marketplace for reusability in downstream projects.
Your competitive advantage with biGENIUS-X
Having an Operational Data Store in biGENIUS-X offers several key differentiators:
- Complete integration chain provides end-to-end capabilities from source connectivity through operational storage to model generation.
- Purpose-built interfaces for historization and transformation management eliminate the custom coding required by conventional tools.
- Capability to pull data from a variety of source technologies.
- The unified metadata approach ensures consistent entity handling with automated impact analysis and change propagation
- No vendor lock-in design allows for technology-independence from target platforms.
These advantages translate into immediate technical benefits while supporting long-term scalability. By utilizing the biGENIUS-X GUI, automation functionalities, and powerful generators can help to significantly reduce development effort while enhancing data reliability. For organizations facing growing data volumes and complex integration requirements, it offers a proven path to sustainable data management that evolves alongside business needs.
