What does the data flow in ZDX primarily involve?

The data flow in ZDX (Zscaler Digital Experience) primarily involves sending data to the Telemetry and Policy Gateway. This component serves as the central hub for processing experience data collected from various user devices and applications. By routing data through the Telemetry and Policy Gateway, ZDX can effectively aggregate user experience metrics, derive insights, and enforce policies aimed at improving performance.

This data transfer enables ZDX to monitor and analyze application performance, user experience, and network health, leveraging that information to provide organizations with valuable insights into their digital transformation efforts. The Telemetry and Policy Gateway ensures that data is processed in real-time, thus allowing IT teams to take immediate action if issues arise or trends are identified.

In comparison, the other options do not accurately describe the core function of data flow in ZDX. Data stored permanently on user devices does not align with ZDX’s architecture, as it relies on centralized analysis rather than local storage. The notion of analyzing data locally on client devices underestimates the importance of collective insights gathered in a centralized way. Lastly, routing data through a third-party cloud service is not central to ZDX's design, which prioritizes secure, direct analysis within the Zscaler ecosystem and minimizes dependencies on external services for telemetry