Data Mesh Paradigm in Modern Data Architecture

This whitepaper presents an introduction to the Data Mesh architecture, detailing its significance and the challenges it addresses in contemporary data management. It defines the Data Mesh as a paradigm shift that views data management from a business perspective, emphasizing the importance of treating data as a product. The document outlines the four foundational principles of Data Mesh: domain-oriented decentralization of data ownership, data served as a product, self-serve data infrastructure, and federated governance. It also discusses the evolution of data architectures through three generations: monolithic, disaggregated, and hybrid cloud. The whitepaper aims to inform enterprise data platform teams, including Chief Data Officers and Chief Information Officers, about the Data Mesh architecture and its application using Cloudera's products and services. It highlights the need for organizations to understand various data architectures, including Data Fabric and Data Lakehouse, to implement them effectively in a hybrid landscape.