Draft:Converged Database

A converged database is a modern approach to database management system (DBMS) that combines the capabilities of multiple database models into a single, unified database platform. This concept contrasts with the traditional DBMS model where different types of databases are used for different types of data and workloads. The two key abilities of a converged database are:


 * Support for Multiple Data Types - The ability to store and manage various data types, such as relational, JSON, XML, spatial, graph, and others, all within the same database. This eliminates the need for separate databases for each data type.


 * Diverse Workloads - The ability to handle a wide range of workloads, including transaction processing, data warehousing, machine learning, and others. This versatility allows organizations to use a single database for both operational and analytical workloads.

The benefits of a converged database include:


 *  Simplification of IT Infrastructure - By consolidating multiple databases into one, a converged database simplifies the IT infrastructure. This consolidation reduces the complexity and cost associated with managing multiple databases, which all require their own set of tools, languages, and security models.


 *  Improved Data Integrity and Security - A single converged database ensures better data integrity and security by making it easier to apply consistent security policies and maintain data accuracy when all data resides in a single database system.