Alation Anywhere for Chrome: Webinar Highlights

In a recent Alation Brief, team members unveiled a new integration designed to increase the efficiency of all data users: the Alation Anywhere Chrome Extension. This tool delivers real-time metadata directly into users’ daily workflows, reducing the need for them to pivot between tools, streamlining efficiencies, and saving time. 

"Collaboration is an essential component of data analytics and AI projects," product marketing manager Salima Mangalji emphasized. And the need for seamless access to trusted data, alongside the people working closely with it, has never been more pressing, particularly as data grows increasingly fragmented across various tools and platforms. 

Alation Anywhere, which also offers integrations to Slack, Tableau, Google Sheets, Excel, and Microsoft Teams, allows data users—from analysts to data stewards—to access trusted data insights directly within the platforms they use daily, sparing them from having to jump between tools and constantly change contexts.

One key feature of Alation Anywhere is the ability to access metadata instantly. For example, if an analyst needs to understand standardized organizational terminology while working in Google Sheets or PowerPoint, they can quickly access glossary definitions with just a click, all within that platform. This reduces friction in the data analysis process and empowers users to make informed decisions faster.

As Mangalji noted, "Alation Anywhere’s goal is to democratize access to trusted data." By integrating this functionality directly into Chrome, Alation ensures that users can maintain productivity while having metadata and data insights at their fingertips, wherever they are working. Not only does this build trust in the data people work with daily – it also delivers high-value context that supports more sophisticated collaboration. 

The highlight of the webinar was the live demo of the Chrome extension, led by Edmond Leung, Principal Product Manager at Alation. Edmond showcased how the Chrome Extension unifies data discovery with Intelligent Search and seamlessly integrates with your data analysis process.  View the demo below. 

Conclusion

The Alation Anywhere Chrome Extension is a game-changer for metadata management and data-driven decision-making. By delivering trusted data directly within the tools users rely on, Alation is promoting a more collaborative, efficient, and data-driven culture. As businesses continue to face the challenges of fragmented data environments, tools like this will be essential for ensuring data readiness and trust.

Curious to learn how you can bring the power of data intelligence into Chrome? Book a demo with us today.