Question
Do AI labs want raw data or cleaned data?
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Short answer
They want data that is complete but safe: personal details removed, structure preserved and documented. Over-cleaning that strips context, timestamps or outcomes reduces value. The goal is records that keep the full sequence of work while meeting privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Part of: How licensing works
Explanation#
Raw exports often contain personal details and inconsistent formats that buyers cannot accept.
Preparation standardizes formats, removes sensitive values with consistent placeholders and adds documentation, without summarizing away the details.
Rights and privacy#
- Confirm customer, vendor and employee agreements allow the use
- Remove or de-identify personal details before anything leaves the company
- Approve the final dataset and permitted uses in writing
How licensing works#
A business describes its data, buyer demand is assessed, scope and permitted use are proposed, the data is prepared and de-identified, an agreement is signed, and the approved dataset is delivered. See data licensing for detail.
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