Extract-transform-load
A computing process that extracts data from a source, converts that data from its previous format into a different format, and then loads the converted data into a target system.
Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) is a process in data management that involves extracting data from various sources, transforming it into a suitable format, and loading it into a central database. In construction, ETL processes help in consolidating data for better analysis and decision-making across different systems and departments.
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We use extract-transform-load processes to integrate data from multiple sources into our project management system.
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ETL
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