Zalando transformed their fragmented partner data sharing system by implementing Delta Sharing, evolving from manual processes that consumed 1.5 FTE per month to a unified platform serving 200+ datasets up to 200TB. The solution addresses diverse partner needs from small retailers to enterprise brands, providing real-time access to live data without copying overhead. Starting as a pilot for Partner Tech division, the implementation expanded organization-wide, emphasizing security through collaboration with AppSec teams and operational excellence via Databricks managed services.
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The Challenge That Started It AllThe Wake-Up Call: Understanding the Real ImpactMapping the Partner LandscapeThe Quest for a Better SolutionDiscovering Delta Sharing: The Game ChangerTaking the First Steps: Our Proof of ConceptSimplified Architecture: How It Works at ZalandoBridging the Gap: Making Partner Adoption SeamlessFrom Pilot to Platform: The Ripple EffectBuilding the Platform: From Solution to ServiceThe Challenges of ScaleLessons learned: Key Insights Of The Delta Sharing JourneyLooking Ahead: The Future of Partner Data at ZalandoSort: