Beaver Duty

Beaver Duty

The myth of the single source of truth

Why chasing one golden dataset wastes time, creates frustration, and distracts from the real goal: trusted and usable data.

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Matt
Oct 10, 2025
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We need a single source of truth. Simple.

One place where everyone can find everything needed, and everyone can have the same numbers and the same definitions. A golden dataset that eliminates confusion and powers every decision with confidence. From dashboarding to ML models.

No more debates whether revenue has grown by 3% according to Finance or 5% acco…

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