Structured Vs Unstructured Data
Structured data is characterized by its high level of organization, making it easily searchable and straightforward to analyze with common tools and techniques. In contrast, unstructured data is not as neatly organized, often being rich in detail but requiring more sophisticated methods for search and analysis.
Areas of application
- Big Data analytics
- Database management
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Healthcare data management
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Social Media analytics
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Example
For instance, a database of customer information might be structured data, while social media posts or emails might be considered unstructured data.