Client Streamlines Data Sync with D3's expertise

Challenge: A leading uniform and linen services company was developing a new tablet app for their field teams. However, nightly data synchronization between the tablet and office systems was plagued with issues. The existing process using an off-the-shelf laundry app was slow and prone to errors, taking up to 10 hours per night and causing data inconsistencies. D3's data engineering expert, Frank, was brought in to tackle this challenge.

Solution: Multi-pronged approach:

• Log mining with Oracle utilities: He analyzed system logs to discover an unexpected data deletion issue during the sync process. By identifying the source of the deletions and fixing it, Frank significantly reduced the load on the system.
• Change data capture (CDC) implementation: Frank proposed and implemented a CDC solution to capture only changes in data instead of transferring everything nightly. This significantly reduced the amount of data being processed and minimized the risk of further inconsistencies.
• Collaboration across teams: Frank worked closely with both our client's IT team and app developers to ensure smooth integration of the new data sync solution.

Results:

• Six-hour time savings per night: The nightly data sync job time was reduced from 10 hours to just 15 minutes, a 95% improvement.
• Improved data accuracy and consistency: Eliminating data deletion on the target system and implementing CDC ensured clean and consistent data flow between the tablet and office applications.
• Streamlined operations and increased field team productivity: Faster data sync and accurate information directly impacted our client's field operations, enabling faster decision-making and improved team efficiency.

Conclusion:

• By combining his technical expertise with strong problem-solving skills and collaborative teamwork, Frank delivered a transformative solution for our client. His work not only eliminated a major IT bottleneck but also enhanced data accuracy and ultimately improved the company's operational efficiency. This case study demonstrates D3's commitment to providing innovative data engineering solutions that empower our clients to achieve their business goals.

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