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Hermes: Our Data Movement System

Introduction

Hermes is the name we've given to our system of scripts and tools that facilitate the movement of data between various systems. This system ensures that our data is efficiently and accurately transferred to where it needs to be, supporting our business operations and analytics.

What is Data Movement?

Data movement involves transferring data from one location to another, often between different systems or databases. This process is crucial for ensuring that all parts of the organization have access to the most current and relevant data.

What is Data Warehousing?

Data warehousing is the practice of collecting and storing large volumes of data from various sources into a central repository. This central repository, or data warehouse, allows us to integrate data from different systems, making it easier to analyze and report on comprehensive datasets. By warehousing our data in platforms like Google BigQuery and PostgreSQL, we can:

• Consolidate data from multiple sources for a unified view.

• Ensure data consistency and accuracy.

• Enable advanced analytics and reporting capabilities.

Why Hermes?

We named our system Hermes after the Greek messenger god. Just as Hermes is known for his speed and reliability in delivering messages, our data movement system is designed to quickly and accurately move data between systems.

Key Features

• Data Warehousing: Hermes moves data into centralized storage solutions like Google BigQuery and PostgreSQL.

• Data Integration: It ensures data from various sources is consolidated and available for analysis and reporting.

• Efficiency and Accuracy: The system is built to handle data transfers reliably, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring data integrity.

Delivering Business Intelligence

Hermes also plays a crucial role in delivering business intelligence data from our Athena system to stakeholders. Currently, this is primarily done via Slack, where team members receive timely updates and insights derived from our BI system. By automating the distribution of key metrics and reports, Hermes ensures that everyone stays informed and can act on the latest data.

Hermes is integral to maintaining the flow of information within our organization, enabling us to make data-driven decisions and keep our operations running smoothly.