Unstructured data—comprising documents, emails, collaboration files, cloud storage, and more—makes up the majority of enterprise data today. Unlike structured data stored in databases, unstructured data is harder to classify, organize, and secure. Without a clear strategy to manage this data, organizations risk data sprawl, compliance violations, and security threats.

BigID provides a comprehensive solution for discovering, cataloging, and managing unstructured data. Leveraging AI-powered classification, policy-driven governance, and automated remediation, BigID helps enterprises gain full visibility and control over their data assets.

Why Cataloging Unstructured Data Matters

Managing unstructured data is essential for:

How BigID Helps Catalog and Manage Unstructured Data

1. Discovering and Classifying Unstructured Data

BigID automatically discovers and classifies unstructured data across multiple data sources, including:

  • Cloud storage (AWS S3, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint, Dropbox, etc.)
  • Collaboration tools (Slack, Microsoft Teams, Confluence, Jira, etc.)
  • Emails and file systems
  • Enterprise applications (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Workday, etc.)

Using AI-powered classification, BigID can:

  • Identify sensitive data such as PII, financial data, and intellectual property.
  • Categorize documents based on content and context.
  • Detect duplicate, orphaned, and stale data.
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2. Building an Intelligent Data Catalog

A well-structured data catalog makes it easier to search, retrieve, and manage unstructured data. BigID provides:

  • Automated Metadata Harvesting: Extract metadata to enrich data classification.
  • Contextual Tagging: Apply AI-driven tags based on data sensitivity, business function, and regulatory requirements.
  • Customizable Taxonomies: Define business-specific categories to align with organizational policies.

3. Data Risk Analysis and Governance

Managing unstructured data isn’t just about organization—it’s also about mitigating risks. BigID enables:

  • Risk-based Prioritization: Identify high-risk unstructured data based on sensitivity, access patterns, and compliance obligations.
  • Data Sovereignty Tracking: Ensure compliance with residency laws by mapping where data is stored.
  • Over-permissioned Data Detection: Find and remediate excessive user access to files and folders.

4. Actionable Remediation and Data Lifecycle Management

BigID enables organizations to take control of their unstructured data through:

5. Seamless Integration with Enterprise Tools

BigID integrates with enterprise IT and security ecosystems, allowing organizations to:

Conclusion

Cataloging and managing unstructured data is no longer optional—it’s a necessity for security, compliance, and efficiency. BigID’s AI-powered data discovery, classification, and governance tools provide enterprises with a scalable solution to take control of their unstructured data.

By leveraging BigID, organizations can reduce risk, enhance compliance, and optimize data usage—turning unstructured data from a liability into a strategic asset.

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