Microsoft Fabric
An all-in-one analytics solution for enterprises.
Overview
Microsoft Fabric is an integrated analytics platform that brings together all the data and analytics tools that organizations need. It combines the best of Microsoft Power BI, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure Data Factory into a single, unified experience. The core of Fabric is its Lakehouse, built on OneLake, which standardizes on the Delta Lake format, eliminating data silos and reducing total cost of ownership.
✨ Key Features
- Unified SaaS platform
- OneLake: A single, unified data lake for the entire organization
- Lakehouse architecture based on open Delta Lake format
- Integrated experiences for Data Engineering, Data Science, Real-Time Analytics, and Business Intelligence (Power BI)
- Direct Lake mode for fast Power BI reporting
- AI-powered experiences with Copilot
🎯 Key Differentiators
- All-in-one, unified SaaS experience
- Deep integration with Power BI and the broader Microsoft ecosystem
- OneLake architecture simplifies data management and governance
Unique Value: Simplify your analytics by bringing together all your data and tools on a single, AI-powered platform.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Creating a centralized data hub for an entire organization
- Accelerating Power BI reporting on large datasets
- Simplifying data engineering pipelines with a unified toolset
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations not invested in the Microsoft/Azure ecosystem
- Small-scale projects with simple data needs
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more integrated, all-in-one solution compared to piecing together multiple services from other cloud providers.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premier Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 60-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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