Enterprise AI-Driven Data Engineering: Building Intelligent, Secure, and Scalable Data Platforms for Modern Organizations
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https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-9246.IJETCSIT-V7I2P141Keywords:
Enterprise AI, Data Engineering, Intelligent Data Platforms, Machine Learning, Data Governance, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation, ScalabilityAbstract
The rapid proliferation of digital technologies, cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), big data ecosystems, and artificial intelligence (AI) has fundamentally transformed how organizations manage, process, and derive value from data. Traditional data engineering frameworks, designed primarily for structured and moderate-volume datasets, are increasingly incapable of addressing the complexity, velocity, variety, and scalability requirements of modern enterprises. Consequently, organizations are transitioning toward Enterprise AI-Driven Data Engineering (EAIDE), an advanced paradigm that integrates artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, and intelligent orchestration into data platform architectures. This study investigates the role of AI-driven data engineering in building intelligent, secure, and scalable enterprise data platforms. The research examines key architectural components, including automated data ingestion, intelligent data pipelines, metadata management, data governance, cybersecurity integration, cloud-native infrastructure, and AI-powered analytics. Furthermore, the study evaluates the operational benefits, security implications, and organizational challenges associated with implementing AI-enabled data engineering frameworks. A conceptual research methodology based on comparative analysis of existing enterprise architectures, cloud-based platforms, and AI-driven automation techniques is adopted. Findings indicate that AI-enhanced data engineering significantly improves data quality, operational efficiency, decision-making capabilities, predictive analytics performance, and platform scalability. However, challenges related to governance, model transparency, ethical AI deployment, and cybersecurity remain critical considerations. The study concludes that enterprise AI-driven data engineering represents a foundational element of next-generation digital transformation strategies. Organizations adopting intelligent data platforms are better positioned to leverage data assets, support real-time analytics, and achieve sustainable competitive advantage in increasingly data-centric business environments.
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