Data Science Needs Two Types of Production

Not all data science work carries the same stakes. Some outputs power fast internal decisions and research; others run mission-critical systems where reliability is non-negotiable. Recognizing the difference — high-velocity production versus mission-critical production — lets teams move quickly where speed matters and apply rigorous governance where it counts.

This infographic breaks down both types of production, the risk profile and value of each, and how organizations like NASA, Gen Re, Merck, and Microsoft use Posit Team to excel at both — accelerating decision-making while delivering strategic, governed value.

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