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The industry is moving away from tightly coupled, proprietary storage systems toward flexible, open-source formats that foster interoperability and cost savings.
Multiple Players and a Heterogeneous Ecosystem
Looking ahead, the data storage and processing landscape is expected to comprise multiple open-source players and proprietary solutions coexisting. This heterogeneity offers customers increased flexibility—they’re no longer locked into a single platform or vendor but can mix and match based on their specific needs and budget constraints.
This diverse ecosystem empowers organizations to optimize their data architecture, balancing openness, performance, and cost.