Portable data

In today’s digital landscape, data is the lifeblood of organizations. Yet, too often, data gets locked into proprietary systems, siloed databases, or vendor-specific formats. This lack of portability stifles innovation, increases dependency, and creates inefficiencies. As an integration and data specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how embracing file-based data structures can unlock flexibility, resilience, and control—empowering both businesses and individuals to harness their data’s full potential.

Data portability isn't just a GDPR compliance checkbox—it's a fundamental business strategy that determines whether you control your digital destiny or remain permanently tethered to vendor ecosystems. After 25+ years of building API architectures and data exchange systems for enterprises and government institutions, I've learned that the organizations thriving in today's digital landscape are those that treat data portability as a core architectural principle, not an afterthought.