Data lineage is the process of tracking and visualizing the flow of data from its origin through various transformations and systems to its final destination within an organization. It provides a detailed map showing where data comes from, how it changes, and where it is used, enabling transparency, traceability, and accountability. This helps organizations ensure data quality, troubleshoot issues by tracing errors to their source, manage change impacts, and maintain compliance with regulations. Modern data lineage tools automate mapping across complex data pipelines, supporting both technical lineage (system-level data movement and processing) and business lineage (how data supports business processes and decisions).

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