Issue 20 - March Recap
March has been a month full of exciting updates and industry shifts. From AI advancements to data-driven strategies, we’ve rounded up the biggest takeaways just for you:
🌎 Big News from Chile: ACL Joins DataArt!
We’re expanding our impact! With ACL now part of DataArt, our nearshore teams are supercharging innovation in AI, cloud, and digital engineering across the U.S. and Latin America. This acquisition means more opportunities, greater agility, and a shared vision for the future.
Tech talent, get ready to level up—global projects, cross-border collaboration, and endless growth await.
🎙️ New BizTech Forward Podcast Episodes
🔍 How Do You Build a Culture of Continuous Learning That Scales?
In this episode, Maryna Melnik, CPTD , Head of Learning & Development at DataArt, reveals:
✔ The business impact of training junior talent
✔ How learning drives operational efficiency
✔ Why data is the key to future-proofing skills
✔ The power of collaborative learning across companies
🌎 What's Driving the Surge in Latin America's Tech Boom?
Latin America’s tech scene is booming, with AI, fintech, and open banking leading the charge. Marcos Mauro breaks it all down:
✔ $60B+ invested in Brazil & Mexico in 2023
✔ Fintech’s role in financial inclusion
✔ AI’s impact on agritech, smart cities & more
✔ Why Latin America is a global tech powerhouse
All Things Data: Trends and Insights
💰 The Future of Payments: Are You Keeping Up?
Banks, fintechs, and tech giants are all fighting for a piece of the pie. Simply processing transactions isn't enough anymore:
🔹 Make payments effortless—and keep customers coming back.
🔹 Turn transaction data into a goldmine of insights.
🔹 Launch new financial products faster—without the regulatory headaches.
Read more about our latest article by Aleksandr Golovanev , Solutions Consultant, Finance Practice:
💡 Data as a Product: Turning Data into a Real Business Asset
Traditional data management is slow, fragmented, and overly reliant on IT. The Data as a Product (DaaP) approach changes that—treating data as a structured, consumable asset designed for real-world impact.
🔹 Break down silos: make data accessible, reliable, and actionable.
🔹 Accelerate decision-making: no more waiting weeks for insights.
🔹 Empower teams: deliver the correct data, at the right time to the right people.
🔒 Snowflake Security Updates
Snowflake is strengthening its security framework with important authentication updates. If you don't act in time, your access could be disrupted:
🚨 Multi-factor authentication (MFA) becomes mandatory (April 2025): All users must enable MFA to access Snowflake. Without it, you won't be able to log in, which could cause workflow disruptions. You can implement Snowflake's built-in MFA or single sign-on (SSO) through an authentication provider.
By acting now, you'll make sure business continuity and compliance with Snowflake's security standards.
If you need support, learn more about our Snowflake Services
🔬 AI & Real-World Data in Medical Devices
Regulators like the FDA and European Commission emphasize that Real-World Data (RWD) is essential for AI validation in healthcare. But what does that mean in practice?
In our latest article, we break down key insights from Sara Jaworska (Juszczyk) , Andrey Sorokin , and Varvara Bogdanova on:
✅ How RWD improves AI safety and reliability
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✅ Managing risks and avoiding bias in medical AI
✅ Navigating evolving compliance and regulatory frameworks
📊 Mastering Data Catalogs and the Value of Your Data
Data is only valuable when it's easy to find, understand, and use. Modern data catalogs do more than store metadata—they integrate governance, semantic layers, and business glossaries for seamless access.
In our latest article, Aleksei Smirnov, Solution Data Architect, explores how these tools enhance governance, accessibility, and integration.
🛍 Fast Fashion vs. Traditional Retail: Who Wins?
Shein and Temu have changed the game, using data, mobile-first experiences, and gamification to win over modern shoppers. But here’s the thing—traditional retailers already have what fast fashion lacks: trust, heritage, and a strong in-store presence.
The secret to staying ahead? Blend innovation with authenticity.
🔹 Use data to predict trends, not chase them
📲 Make mobile shopping seamless and engaging
🎮 Turn loyalty into a game customers want to play
Retail’s future isn’t fast—it’s smart.
🏆 Recognitions & Milestones
🎉 HFS Research Challenger Series Report Recognition
Excited to share that we have been recognized in the HFS Research Challenger Series report for digital engineering!
Our AI-driven data analytics, cloud migration, and cybersecurity solutions—along with deep expertise in finance, healthcare, media, travel, and retail—help enterprises tackle complex challenges and stay ahead in a fast-moving market.
🌟 AWS Database Migration Service Delivery Partner
DataArt is now an AWS Database Migration Service Delivery Partner! This achievement, which follows a rigorous AWS assessment, validates DataArt's deep technical expertise and track record of delivering successful database migrations.
If you consider using AWS to transform your data infrastructure, let's explore how we can help.
✈️ Travel Tech: 15 Years of Innovation with Collette
From modernizing core systems to developing mobile solutions and enhancing data-driven decision-making, we've been a trusted partner in Collette ’s journey. Together, we’ve navigated industry shifts, scaled operations, and delivered tangible business impact—driven by trust, technology, and innovation.
🔍 DataArt Recognized in Gartner’s AI Operations Report
AI success depends on more than just great models—it requires the right operational frameworks. We’re proud to be recognized as a Representative Vendor in the 2025 Demystify the Ops Landscape to Scale AI Initiatives: A Gartner® Trend Insight Report.
With DataOps, MLOps, and ModelOps, we help businesses turn AI into real results.
🌍 Choice Logistics: A Smarter Client Portal
We’re thrilled to have partnered with Choice Logistics to redesign their global Client Portal, a key tool in supply chain operations. By replacing a decades-old system with a modern, scalable platform built on .NET, React, and AWS, we delivered faster performance, a cleaner UX, smarter reporting, and stronger security—all in one experience.
Until next time, stay curious!
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