The Open Semantic Interchange (OSI) has added Denodo as a member, expanding the open source initiative that aims to create a universal specification for standardizing fragmented data definitions across artificial intelligence and analytics platforms. Denodo, a data management company, joined the initiative on March 26, 2026.
What Is the Open Semantic Interchange?
OSI is an open source initiative led by Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company. It brings together ecosystem partners across business intelligence, data governance, data engineering, AI, financial services, and manufacturing. The initiative aims to define semantic metadata in a standard, open format that works across dashboards, notebooks, and machine learning models.
Open Semantic Interchange Goals and Scope
The initiative creates a vendor-neutral framework for exchanging business meaning and semantics across data and AI platforms. By facilitating seamless semantic metadata exchange, OSI aims to accelerate the adoption of AI and business intelligence tools. Consequently, organizations can unify their data definitions, leading to more accurate data analysis and data product sharing.
Denodo’s Role in the Initiative
As a member of OSI, Denodo is contributing to a community-driven standard for semantic model sharing. The company’s platform provides a semantic layer with live access to operational data across hybrid, multi-cloud, and sovereign environments. Moreover, Denodo holds Snowflake Premier partner status and integrates with the Snowflake AI Data Cloud.
“A universal, vendor-neutral semantic standard is critical for enterprises to accelerate innovation and unlock greater business value from AI and analytics. Through OSI, Denodo will enable interoperability between our semantic layer and other semantic technologies, helping customers drive measurable business outcomes.”
Kijoon Lee, Vice President of Strategic Alliances, Denodo
Snowflake’s Perspective on the Partnership
Josh Klahr, Director of Analytics Product Management at Snowflake, said the collaboration with partners like Denodo establishes a unified standard for semantic data management. He added that the initiative simplifies data operations and prepares organizations to build the next generation of AI applications. Furthermore, Klahr stated that consistency across the ecosystem is essential for fostering innovation.
“Unlocking the full potential of data and AI requires a common foundation, and the Open Semantic Interchange is the critical step in building that bedrock. This initiative is essential for simplifying data operations, fostering innovation, and preparing organizations to build the next generation of AI applications.”
Josh Klahr, Director of Analytics Product Management, Snowflake
Broader Impact on Data Infrastructure
OSI addresses a persistent challenge in enterprise data security and governance: inconsistent definitions across tools and teams. The initiative provides organizations with the flexibility and efficiency needed to build a future-ready data infrastructure. As a result, enterprises can reduce complexity and streamline operations across their entire data estate.
The addition of Denodo reflects a broader industry effort to reduce vendor lock-in and establish shared standards. OSI’s community-driven model allows multiple stakeholders to contribute to the specification. This approach ensures that the standard remains open and adaptable as AI technologies continue to evolve.