In-depth Analysis and Evaluation of ETL Solutions for Big Data Processing
Tran, Trung (2024)
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202405049145
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202405049145
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The thesis focuses on identifying, analyzing, and evaluating various ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) solutions in the context of big data processing. This comprehensive examination aims to address the increasing complexity and volume of data that businesses encounter, emphasizing the critical role of efficient and effective ETL processes in managing this data. The study is structured to provide a deep dive into the foundational aspects of big data, exploring its challenges, opportunities, and the essential characteristics that ETL solutions must possess to cater to these needs effectively.
The thesis begins by outlining the inherent challenges in big data management, including the handling of vast volumes of diverse, rapidly accumulating data. It underscores the importance of sophisticated ETL solutions that can navigate these complexities, ensuring data is accurately extracted, transformed, and loaded for analysis and decision-making. A significant portion of the research is devoted to evaluating various ETL tools against a set of criteria specifically tailored for big data environments. This evaluation framework aims to dissect the strengths and weaknesses of each tool, providing a nuanced understanding of their suitability for handling big data challenges. The study employs a comparative analysis framework, leveraging methodologies such as the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to systematically assess ETL tools. This structured approach facilitates a balanced comparison, taking into account multiple factors and their relative importance in the context of big data processing. To ground the analysis in real-world contexts, the thesis incorporates case studies, including an in-depth examination of ETL tool implementation in a corporate setting. This not only demonstrates the practical applications of the findings but also provides insights into the operational challenges and successes encountered during the deployment of ETL solutions.
In conclusion, the thesis offers a thorough investigation into ETL solutions for big data processing, marked by a rigorous evaluation of tools and a thoughtful consideration of the broader implications of big data management. The study aims to serve as a valuable resource for businesses seeking to optimize their data processing capabilities and for researchers interested in the intersection of big data and ETL technologies.
The thesis begins by outlining the inherent challenges in big data management, including the handling of vast volumes of diverse, rapidly accumulating data. It underscores the importance of sophisticated ETL solutions that can navigate these complexities, ensuring data is accurately extracted, transformed, and loaded for analysis and decision-making. A significant portion of the research is devoted to evaluating various ETL tools against a set of criteria specifically tailored for big data environments. This evaluation framework aims to dissect the strengths and weaknesses of each tool, providing a nuanced understanding of their suitability for handling big data challenges. The study employs a comparative analysis framework, leveraging methodologies such as the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to systematically assess ETL tools. This structured approach facilitates a balanced comparison, taking into account multiple factors and their relative importance in the context of big data processing. To ground the analysis in real-world contexts, the thesis incorporates case studies, including an in-depth examination of ETL tool implementation in a corporate setting. This not only demonstrates the practical applications of the findings but also provides insights into the operational challenges and successes encountered during the deployment of ETL solutions.
In conclusion, the thesis offers a thorough investigation into ETL solutions for big data processing, marked by a rigorous evaluation of tools and a thoughtful consideration of the broader implications of big data management. The study aims to serve as a valuable resource for businesses seeking to optimize their data processing capabilities and for researchers interested in the intersection of big data and ETL technologies.