Data

Data from data.world is an enterprise data catalog and discovery platform designed to help organizations find, understand, and use their data assets more effectively. The tool centralizes metadata from databases, data warehouses, BI tools, data lakes, and SaaS applications, creating a unified, searchable inventory of datasets, dashboards, and reports. Users can quickly locate relevant data through semantic search, filters, and business-friendly tags, while rich metadata, lineage, and usage context help them assess suitability and trustworthiness.

Key capabilities include automated metadata harvesting, data lineage visualization, and integration with common analytics and BI environments. Data supports collaborative workflows, allowing data engineers, analysts, and business users to document definitions, add annotations, and share curated data products. Governance features such as role-based access controls, stewardship workflows, and policy documentation help ensure compliant and consistent data use.