Outdated data strategies can slow down modernization efforts. This blog outlines how AWS supports Medicaid agencies in building efficient, secure, and operationally effective data strategies. Read it to see how AWS enables data integration and insights that streamline operations and reduce cost and complexity. Then, contact Share Tech Solutions LLC to discuss how AWS Cloud can support your agency's data strategy goals.
What is an Operational Data Store (ODS)?
An Operational Data Store (ODS) is a centralized repository that consolidates data from various Medicaid modules and applications into a single, integrated system. This approach enhances data integrity and accessibility, streamlines operations, reduces redundancy, and improves overall efficiency. By providing a reliable single source of truth, an ODS enables Medicaid agencies to access operational insights across their modules in near real time.
Why are Medicaid agencies moving to modular architectures?
Medicaid agencies are moving away from monolithic systems due to the inefficiencies and challenges associated with having critical information dispersed across various relational and noSQL databases. This fragmentation can lead to duplicated efforts and potential errors in data analysis. By adopting modular architectures, agencies can improve data management, maximize efficiency, and adapt more easily to changing analytical requirements.
How does AWS support the implementation of an ODS?
AWS offers a flexible and scalable framework for establishing an ODS, including tools for data ingestion, storage, and transformation. Services like AWS Glue, Amazon S3, and Amazon Redshift facilitate the integration of diverse data sources, ensuring that Medicaid agencies can efficiently manage their data while adhering to security and compliance standards. This enables agencies to maintain a cohesive data management strategy and derive actionable insights.