Traditional Architecture vs Microsoft Fabric

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Illustrative architecture. Outcome labels in the supplied artwork describe possible aims, not verified client results or guarantees. Use the design considerations below when interpreting the pattern.

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Comparison of separate data platform layers with a connected Fabric workspace and shared OneLake foundation.

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Compare the hand-offs

The pattern contrasts separately managed ingestion, storage and analytics layers with a connected Fabric platform. Consolidation can simplify some hand-offs while existing systems may still remain part of the architecture.

Design consideration: Fabric is not a reason to replace every existing investment. Assess integration needs, responsibilities and operating cost before consolidating.

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