### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Data Fabric Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Data Fabric Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Data Fabric Software Articles [![What Is Happening in the Data Ecosystem in 2022](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/data.jpg "What Is Happening in the Data Ecosystem in 2022")](https://www.g2.com/articles/the-data-ecosystem-in-2022) [ ### What Is Happening in the Data Ecosystem in 2022 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/the-data-ecosystem-in-2022) What is Data? Data is a valuable resource. Data is the next gold. Data is the new oil. Data is the brain of the company. [ ![Preethica Furtado](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Preethica Furtado") PF ](https://learn.g2.com/author/preethica-furtado) by Preethica Furtado [![2021 Trends in Data Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/code.jpg "2021 Trends in Data Management")](https://www.g2.com/articles/data-management-trends-2021) [ ### 2021 Trends in Data Management ](https://www.g2.com/articles/data-management-trends-2021) This post is part of G2's 2021 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Michael Fauscette, G2's chief research officer and Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts. [ ![Isha Kaur](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Isha Kaur") IK ](https://learn.g2.com/author/isha-kaur) by Isha Kaur ## Data Fabric Software Glossary Terms [![Data Fabric](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Data%20Fabric%20G2-1.jpg "Data Fabric")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/data-fabric-definition) [Data Fabric](https://www.g2.com/glossary/data-fabric-definition) What is a data fabric, and why is it important as a software feature? Our G2 guide can help you understand data fabric, how it’s used by industry professionals, and the benefits of data fabric. by Preethica Furtado Explore our Technology Glossary Browse through dozens of terms to better understand the products you purchase and use everyday. [Find new features](https://www.g2.com/glossary) ## Data Fabric Software Discussions 0 Question on: Progress MarkLogic [What is MarkLogic used for?](/discussions/marklogic-what-is-marklogic-used-for) What is MarkLogic used for? MarkLogic software is a robust platform for handling different data formats, enabling powerful applications, and ensuring robust data management. If you’re dealing with a mix of content types, MarkLogic might just be the right tool for the job. Answered: Aayush Gupta on March 29, 2024 [Your answer](/discussions/marklogic-what-is-marklogic-used-for/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Progress MarkLogic [Is MarkLogic open source?](/discussions/is-marklogic-open-source) Is MarkLogic open source? Yes , MarkLogic is open source Answered: Suryansh Bisen on September 5, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/is-marklogic-open-source/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: InterSystems IRIS [What is InterSystems IRIS used for?](/discussions/what-is-intersystems-iris-used-for) What is InterSystems IRIS used for? it's based on a great database, but today it`s a data plataform, were you can use as a middleware to your application, or use it as a database to your application. Answered: Guilherme Augusto Silva on December 26, 2025 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-intersystems-iris-used-for/comments/new?remote=true) - ‹ Prev‹ Prev - 1 - [2](/categories/data-fabric/resources?discussions_page=2) - [3](/categories/data-fabric/resources?discussions_page=3) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/data-fabric/resources?discussions_page=2) ## Data Fabric Software Reports Grid® Report for Data Fabric Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Data Fabric Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Grid® Report for Data Fabric Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Data Fabric Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Grid® Report for Data Fabric Winter 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Data Fabric Winter 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report