When deciding between building or buying a data integration solution, it is important to weigh quality-of-life tradeoffs such as time, money, and effort involved in each option. Charles Wang, in an article published on April 10, 2020, suggests that data integration presents a complex challenge and provides an infographic to help organizations compare off-the-shelf solutions with do-it-yourself alternatives. For those seeking a more comprehensive understanding of data integration, additional resources, including an Ultimate Guide, are available for further exploration.