Summary
This case study outlines how Oportun, a financial services company, addressed the challenges of rapid growth through effective data governance. The company serves a significant number of customers who lack traditional credit histories and has successfully loaned over $11 billion since its inception. To manage its expanding data needs, Oportun migrated to the AWS cloud platform and implemented the Alation Data Catalog. This initiative aimed to create a single source of truth for data reporting and compliance, particularly for regulatory bodies like the SEC. The case study details the processes involved in establishing a governed metadata repository, facilitating cloud migration, and ensuring data accessibility while protecting sensitive information. Additionally, it highlights the role of data stewards in managing governance policies and the importance of building a data-savvy community within the organization. The implementation has led to increased user engagement and improved data literacy, enabling better decision-making across various teams.
