Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5X and what capabilities does it offer?
What is 5X and what capabilities does it offer?
5X is a comprehensive data platform that provides end-to-end data management capabilities including data ingestion, transformation, warehousing, and analytics. Key capabilities include:
- 600+ data connectors for seamless integration with various data sources
- Managed data warehousing with automatic scaling and optimization
- No-code/low-code data transformation using SQL and dbt
- Interactive dashboards and analytics for data visualization
- Workflow orchestration for automated data pipelines
- Enterprise-grade security and compliance features
How many data connectors does 5X support?
How many data connectors does 5X support?
5X supports over 600+ out-of-the-box connectors covering:
- SaaS Applications: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zendesk, Shopify, Stripe
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redshift, Snowflake, BigQuery
- Analytics Platforms: Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, Mixpanel, Adobe Analytics
- File Storage: Google Sheets, Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, FTP/SFTP
How does 5X handle data warehousing?
How does 5X handle data warehousing?
5X provides a fully managed data warehousing solution that includes:
- Automatic provisioning of warehouse infrastructure
- Dynamic scaling based on workload requirements
- Optimized performance with intelligent query optimization
- Data security with encryption at rest and in transit
- Backup and recovery with point-in-time restore capabilities
- Multi-cloud support across AWS, GCP, and Azure
Can 5X integrate with existing data warehouses and BI tools?
Can 5X integrate with existing data warehouses and BI tools?
Yes, 5X offers flexible integration options:
- Connect to existing warehouses: Use your current Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery
- BI tool compatibility: Works with Tableau, Power BI, Looker, and other popular tools
- API access: RESTful APIs for custom integrations
- Export capabilities: Export data in various formats for external use
- Hybrid architectures: Combine 5X managed services with your existing infrastructure
What kind of data transformations?
What kind of data transformations?
5X supports various transformation approaches:
- SQL transformations: Write custom SQL for complex data manipulation
- dbt integration: Use dbt for version-controlled, testable transformations
- Visual transformations: No-code interface for common transformation tasks
- Python/R support: Custom scripts for advanced analytics and ML preprocessing
- Real-time streaming: Transform data as it flows through the platform
How does 5X ensure data security and compliance?
How does 5X ensure data security and compliance?
5X implements enterprise-grade security measures:
- Encryption: AES-256 encryption for data at rest and TLS 1.2+ for data in transit
- Access controls: Role-based access control (RBAC) and single sign-on (SSO)
- Compliance: SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulatory compliance
- Data governance: Data lineage tracking, audit logs, and data catalogs
- Network security: VPC isolation, IP whitelisting, and private connectivity options
What is 5X's pricing model?
What is 5X's pricing model?
5X offers flexible pricing based on your needs:
- Starter plans for small teams and proof-of-concepts
- Professional plans for growing businesses with advanced features
- Enterprise plans with custom SLAs, dedicated support, and advanced security
- Usage-based pricing for data processing and storage
- Custom pricing for large-scale implementations
What is the 48-hour jumpstart program?
What is the 48-hour jumpstart program?
The 48-hour jumpstart program is a fast-track onboarding service that includes:
- Dedicated technical specialist assigned to your project
- Rapid connector setup for your critical data sources
- Initial data pipeline configuration and testing
- Custom transformation development for immediate business value
- Team training sessions on platform usage and best practices
- Go-live support to ensure smooth production deployment
How does 5X handle data residency requirements?
How does 5X handle data residency requirements?
5X supports global data residency requirements through:
- Multi-region deployment across major cloud providers
- Data localization options to keep data within specific geographic boundaries
- Regional compliance with local data protection regulations
- Cross-border data transfer controls and documentation
- Flexible architecture to meet country-specific requirements
Does 5X offer role-based access control and row-level security?
Does 5X offer role-based access control and row-level security?
Yes, 5X provides comprehensive access controls:
- Role-based access control (RBAC) with customizable roles and permissions
- Row-level security to restrict data access based on user attributes
- Column-level permissions for sensitive data protection
- Team and workspace management for organizational structure
- SSO integration with popular identity providers
- Audit logging for all access and modification activities
How does 5X's ingestion process work (initial load vs. incremental updates)?
How does 5X's ingestion process work (initial load vs. incremental updates)?
5X supports both initial and incremental data ingestion:Initial Load:
- Complete historical data extraction from source systems
- Optimized bulk transfer for large datasets
- Data validation and quality checks during initial sync
- Change data capture (CDC) for real-time updates
- Configurable sync frequencies from minutes to daily
- Delta detection to sync only changed records
- Conflict resolution for handling concurrent updates
What support and consulting services does 5X offer?
What support and consulting services does 5X offer?
5X provides comprehensive support and services:Support Tiers:
- Community support through documentation and forums
- Professional support with SLA guarantees and dedicated channels
- Enterprise support with 24/7 availability and priority response
- Implementation consulting for complex deployments
- Data architecture design and best practices guidance
- Training and enablement for technical teams
- Custom development for specialized requirements