The Data Chaos Problem
The pervasive nature of unstructured data
Unstructured data is a persistent issue across industries and a significant barrier to digital transformation initiatives. Unlike structured data, which resides neatly in databases or spreadsheets, unstructured data arrives in various formats — PDFs, DOCX, PowerPoint presentations, and images – making it difficult to process, analyze, and leverage efficiently.
Even traditionally structured formats like XLS and CSV often contain freeform text, images, and inconsistent formatting that challenge large-scale data processing. An estimated 80% of an organization’s data is unstructured (Automated Intelligence, 2023), making the issue widespread and increasingly complex.
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