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In today’s data-centric environment, cost efficiency has become a paramount consideration. While capacity and processing power are essential, if a data solution isn’t economically viable, it’s unlikely to gain widespread adoption. This economic perspective influences technological choices across the industry.
For example, open-source file formats such as Open Table (or Open Table Format - specifically referring to formats like Apache Iceberg and Delta Lake) have gained traction for their cost-effective storage capabilities. Data resides in flat files, making it cheaper to store and process since proprietary storage constraints are no longer necessary.