watsonx.data as a Service on Azure

IBM watsonx.data is available as a SaaS solution on Azure, providing businesses with a powerful solution for managing and leveraging data across diverse environments.

IBM watsonx.data is an enterprise-ready data store built on an open lakehouse architecture that allows organizations to access, query, and derive insights from data across multiple sources. Its fit-for-purpose query engines, integrated vector database, and AI-powered semantic layer enhance data preparation for AI models and unlock valuable insights. Whether optimizing costs for data warehouses or modernizing data lakes, watsonx.data offers a versatile solution for enterprises seeking quality data and seamless hybrid cloud connectivity.

Key components
  • Open lakehouse architecture
    • Built on open-source technologies
    • Supports multiple data formats and storage systems
    • Provides a unified interface for data access and management
  • Data access and query capabilities
    • SQL query interface for structured and semi-structured data
    • Support for various data sources including object storage, databases, and data warehouses
    • Advanced query optimization for improved performance
  • Integration with AI and ML workflows
    • Seamless integration with watsonx.ai for machine learning model development
    • Support for data preparation and feature engineering
    • Capabilities for model training and deployment
  • Governance and security
    • Role-based access control
    • Data encryption at rest and in transit
    • Audit logging and compliance monitoring
  • Scalability and performance
    • Distributed processing for large-scale data operations
    • Query optimization for efficient data retrieval
    • Resource management for workload prioritization