The first 90 days should prioritize dependable decisions over perfect architecture. Define top business questions, identify minimal source set, and standardize naming early. Implement ingestion with simple observability and clear ownership. Build one reliable semantic layer and a few critical dashboards. Avoid overbuilding until usage patterns are stable. This approach keeps momentum while laying the foundation for future scale.
2026-01-20 • 3 min read
A Startup Data Stack Plan for the First 90 Days
A focused roadmap to go from ad hoc spreadsheets to trusted reporting.