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Establish a data marketplace


I'd done this presentation for a larger audience and it'll provide you with an overview of how to establish a data marketplace and unlock its potential.

Lets start with what are data marketplaces

Data marketplaces are platforms that allow buyers and sellers of data to connect and transact. They can be used to buy and sell a wide variety of data, including raw data, processed data, and data products. Data marketplaces can be beneficial for both buyers and sellers. Buyers can access a wide variety of data from a single source, and sellers can monetize their data assets. Data is the new currency. From businesses to individuals, everyone is generating and consuming data at an unprecedented rate. As a result, the concept of a data marketplace has emerged as a powerful way to harness the value of data.


There are two main types of data marketplaces:

  • Public data marketplaces: These marketplaces are open to anyone who wants to buy or sell data.

  • Private data marketplaces: These marketplaces are restricted to a specific group of buyers and sellers, such as members of a particular industry or consortium.

To establish a data marketplace where you're selling (or sharing) your data, you will need to follow these steps:



Here are some best practices for running a data marketplace:

Focus on data quality: Data quality is essential for a successful data marketplace. Make sure that the data you sell is accurate, complete, and timely.

Be transparent: Be transparent about the data you sell, including its provenance, quality, and usage restrictions.

Protect your users' privacy: Take steps to protect the privacy of your users' data. This includes using encryption and other security measures.

Provide excellent customer service: Provide excellent customer service to both buyers and sellers. This includes responding to inquiries promptly and resolving issues quickly.

Data marketplaces can be a lucrative business for both buyers and sellers. By following the steps in this mini book, you can establish a successful data marketplace.

Additional tips:

  • Consider partnering with other companies to offer a wider variety of data and services.

  • Use artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve the efficiency and accuracy of your marketplace.

  • Offer a variety of pricing options to meet the needs of different buyers.

  • Invest in marketing and sales to attract new buyers and sellers.

Instead of building your own data marketplace, I strongly recommend to use a cloud ecosystem that has a built-in marketplace features. Here are some examples of data marketplaces:

  • Public data marketplaces:

    • Snowflake Marketplace

    • AWS Data Exchange

    • Google Cloud Marketplace

    • Microsoft Azure Data Marketplace

    • IBM Cloud Data Services

  • Private data marketplaces:

    • Datarade Marketplace

    • SAP Data Marketplace

    • Bloomberg Enterprise Access Point

    • ZoomInfo

    • Ocean Protocol

These marketplaces offer a variety of data types, including:

Data marketplaces can be used by a variety of businesses, including:

Here are some examples of how data marketplaces are being used:

  • A retail company uses a data marketplace to buy data on customer demographics and purchase behavior. This data helps the company to better understand its customers and target its marketing campaigns more effectively.

  • A financial institution uses a data marketplace to buy data on alternative data sources, such as social media and satellite imagery. This data helps the institution to make more informed investment decisions.

  • A healthcare organization uses a data marketplace to buy data on patient demographics, medical history, and insurance claims. This data helps the organization to improve its patient care and reduce its costs.

  • A government agency uses a data marketplace to buy data on crime rates and traffic patterns. This data helps the agency to more effectively allocate resources and improve public safety.

Data marketplaces are a powerful tool that can help businesses to make better decisions, improve their operations, and create new products and services.


Sash Barige

Dec/8/2019


Photos: unsplash.com

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