Definition
Data portability is the ability to export your data from a vendor's system in a usable, non-proprietary format so you can move it elsewhere.
Portability is the antidote to lock-in. Before signing, confirm the export format, the cost, and the timeline for a complete data return on exit - including derived artifacts like embeddings or fine-tuned model weights for AI platforms.
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