The 2025 Data Infrastructure Survey, conducted by DataStrike, sheds critical light on the challenges and priorities organizations face in data management. With participation from 197 IT leaders, the study reveals that, while internal teams bear most of the burden of data infrastructure, the available resources and tools often fall short of meeting growing technological demands.
The Current Landscape: The Burden on IT Teams
55% of organizations rely on their internal IT teams to manage their data infrastructure, while 19% turn to dedicated DBAs or external partners. However, more than half of IT leaders (54%) cite a lack of resources and tools as a significant barrier to meeting daily demands.
Moreover, IT environments are becoming increasingly complex:
- 49% of companies manage more than one database platform.
- 61% work with multiple cloud environments, adding an extra layer of complexity.
Priorities for 2025: Optimization in Focus
In an environment of economic uncertainty, IT leaders are prioritizing strategies that maximize performance with limited resources. The three key priorities identified in the survey are:
- Optimize data infrastructure costs (23%).
- Optimize cloud instances (23%).
- Develop a comprehensive data infrastructure strategy (21%).
These priorities not only reflect an urgent need to control spending but also a desire to establish a clear framework that guides the IT team toward a more efficient future.
The Case for a Robust Data Infrastructure Strategy
A comprehensive strategy is not just a necessity; it is a game changer that can transform the way organizations manage their data. Among the most notable benefits are:
- Improved access to data: Centralization that eliminates silos and enables faster, more reliable decision-making.
- Enhanced security and compliance: Robust protocols that protect sensitive data and strengthen organizational reputation.
- Cost efficiency: Identification of inefficiencies and optimization of IT budgets.
- Scalability: The ability to adapt to new technologies and growing data volumes.
- Risk reduction: Prevention of disruptions, data loss, and cyber threats.
Outsourcing: A Strategic Solution
76% of respondents view outsourcing as a viable solution to overcome current limitations. Additionally, 73% of those already outsourcing are open to exploring alternative providers, reflecting a constant search for more effective options.
Outsourcing not only fills talent gaps in a saturated labor market but also offers flexibility to address specific needs without the costs associated with maintaining dedicated internal staff.
Conclusion
The DataStrike survey highlights that while many organizations appear satisfied with their current data management, the reality is that challenges are rapidly accumulating. Lack of integration, manual processes, and limited resources are barriers that hinder innovation and business growth.
To address these limitations, organizations must adopt a proactive approach that combines clear data infrastructure strategies with solutions like outsourcing. Companies like DataStrike position themselves as strategic allies, providing specialized services that not only optimize data management but also prepare organizations for future challenges.
via: DataStrike