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Bring your data together with Microsoft Fabric

Data is one of your organisation’s most valuable assets, but for many businesses it remains spread across multiple systems, applications and departments. Bringing that information together in a way that is secure, scalable and easy to use has traditionally required a collection of different platforms and tools.

Microsoft Fabric changes that.

As Microsoft’s unified data and analytics platform, Microsoft Fabric brings together data engineering, data integration, data science, real-time analytics and business intelligence in a single solution. Instead of managing multiple disconnected products, organisations can work from one platform to simplify data management, improve reporting and unlock deeper business insights.

Just as importantly, Microsoft Fabric provides the trusted data foundation needed to become an AI-ready organisation. By bringing your data together in one governed platform, businesses can confidently take advantage of Microsoft’s latest AI capabilities, including Copilot, intelligent automation and advanced analytics, safe in the knowledge that AI is working from accurate, up to date information.

Whether you are exploring Microsoft Fabric for the first time, looking for advice on Microsoft Fabric licensing or planning a full implementation, Compete366 can help you choose the right approach and get the most from your Microsoft investment.

Access our Microsoft Fabric expertise in one of two ways:

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When you buy your Fabric consumption through Compete366, receive the added benefit of ongoing expert Fabric advice – whenever you need, at no extra cost.
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Think of us as one of the team.

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For a one-off fee our experts can deliver your Fabric project for you, end to end.

Leaving you free to do what you do best.

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What is Microsoft Fabric?

Microsoft Fabric combines many of Microsoft’s existing data and analytics capabilities into one integrated platform. It connects data from multiple sources, allows teams to prepare and transform that data, perform advanced analytics and create powerful reports, all within a single environment.

For organisations already using Microsoft technologies such as Power BI, Azure and Microsoft 365, Microsoft Fabric provides a natural next step by bringing those services together more efficiently.

The result is a platform that helps reduce complexity, improve collaboration and make trusted business data available to the people who need it.

Why organisations choose Microsoft Fabric

At Compete366, we help organisations understand their options and ensure they invest in the licensing that’s right for their business. Whether you simply need Microsoft Fabric licences with ongoing expert support or require a complete implementation, we’re here to help.

One platform for all your data

Bring together data from multiple systems into a single, unified platform. With OneLake at its core, Microsoft Fabric provides a central location for storing and accessing data across your organisation, helping to eliminate silos and create a single source of truth.

Unified governance and security

Maintain control of your data with built-in governance, security and compliance features. Microsoft Fabric enables consistent access controls, data policies and monitoring across your analytics environment, giving users confidence that they’re working with trusted information.

Created for The AI Future

AI is only as good as the data behind it. Microsoft Fabric helps prepare and govern your data so you can confidently take advantage of Microsoft Copilot, intelligent automation and advanced analytics without relying on disconnected or inconsistent data sources.

End-to-end analytics

From data ingestion and engineering through to real-time analytics and interactive Power BI reporting, Microsoft Fabric brings every stage of the analytics lifecycle together in one integrated Software as a Service platform.

Simplify your Microsoft ecosystem

Microsoft Fabric works seamlessly with services including Azure, Power BI, Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview, reducing the complexity of managing multiple standalone tools while making it easier to share insights across your organisation.

Built to scale

Whether you’re supporting a growing business or a large enterprise, Microsoft Fabric is designed to scale with your organisation. Flexible capacity, cloud-native architecture, and continuous Microsoft innovation mean your platform can evolve as your data, users, and AI ambitions grow.

Our customer promise

If you sign up with Compete366, we guarantee that you’ll pay the same as when you subscribe directly with Microsoft, but with the added benefit of free ongoing expert advice and guidance from our dedicated team of experienced technical consultants.

Unlock the full potential of AI with Microsoft Fabric IQ?

Having your data in one place is only part of the story. For AI to deliver meaningful insights, it needs to understand not just your data, but how your business works.

Microsoft Fabric IQ provides this missing layer of intelligence by giving AI the context it needs to interpret your organisation’s data correctly. Through ontology, semantic models and intelligent data agents, Fabric IQ helps AI understand your business terminology, relationships and processes, leading to more accurate, relevant and actionable insights.

Turn data into business knowledge

Fabric IQ transforms raw data into meaningful business knowledge by creating a shared understanding of your organisation’s people, processes and information. This helps ensure AI works with business context, not just rows and columns.

Give AI the context it needs

Large language models are incredibly powerful, but they can only work with the information they’re given. Fabric IQ provides AI with trusted semantic context, helping Microsoft Copilot and AI agents deliver responses that are grounded in your business, rather than generic assumptions.

Smarter AI with OneLake at its core

Because Fabric IQ builds on the unified data stored in OneLake, your AI solutions can access a consistent, governed and up to date view of your organisation. This creates a trusted foundation for analytics, automation and AI powered decision making.

Future – proof your AI Strategy

As Microsoft’s AI ecosystem continues to evolve, Fabric IQ provides the semantic foundation that connects your data, business knowledge and AI together. By implementing Microsoft Fabric today, you’re creating a platform that’s ready to support the next generation of intelligent business applications.

Read more about Microsoft Solutions and Fabric on our blog

We regularly share our insights about Microsoft Fabric on our blog, which IT decision-makers will find useful.

Why choose Compete366 as your Microsoft Fabric consultants?

Choosing the right technology is only part of the equation. Choosing the right Microsoft partner to help you implement it can make all the difference.

 

As an established Microsoft Partner with specialist expertise across Azure, AI and Microsoft’s cloud technologies, Compete366 has helped organisations of all sizes modernise their IT infrastructure, improve data management and adopt new Microsoft solutions with confidence.

Whether you’re looking to purchase Microsoft Fabric licences, need strategic advice before investing or require a complete implementation, our experienced Microsoft Fabric consultants work alongside your team to ensure your solution is designed around your business goals.

Microsoft expertise you can trust

As a recognised Microsoft Partner, we stay at the forefront of Microsoft’s technology stack, helping clients make informed decisions and maximise the value of their Microsoft investment.

Specialists in Azure and AI

Our expertise extends beyond Microsoft Fabric. As Azure and AI specialists, we understand how Fabric fits within the wider Microsoft ecosystem, helping you build a secure, scalable platform that’s ready for advanced analytics and future AI innovation.

A long term technology partner

Technology doesn’t stand still, and neither do we. From your initial Microsoft Fabric deployment through to future optimisation, licensing reviews and AI adoption, we’re here to provide ongoing guidance as your organisation grows and your requirements evolve.

MS Fabric licensing UK

At Compete366, we help organisations understand their options and ensure they invest in the licensing that’s right for their business. Whether you simply need Microsoft Fabric licences with ongoing expert support or require a complete implementation, we’re here to help.

The right licensing for your organisation

We’ll take the time to understand your users, workloads and future plans before recommending the most appropriate Microsoft Fabric licensing model.

Expert advice at no extra cost

Purchase your Microsoft Fabric licences through Compete366 and you’ll pay the same price as buying directly from Microsoft, with the added benefit of ongoing access to our experienced Microsoft specialists whenever you need guidance.

A solution that grows with you

As your organisation evolves, your data platform should evolve too. We’ll help ensure your Microsoft Fabric licensing continues to support new users, increasing workloads and future AI initiatives without unnecessary complexity or overspending.

Microsoft Fabric frequently asked questions

No. Microsoft Fabric is not replacing Power BI. Instead, it builds upon it. Power BI remains Microsoft’s leading business intelligence and reporting tool, but within Microsoft Fabric it becomes part of a much broader platform that also includes data engineering, data integration, data warehousing, data science and real time analytics. Organisations already using Power BI can continue to do so whilst benefiting from the additional capabilities Microsoft Fabric provides.

Microsoft Fabric licensing is designed to be flexible and depends on how your organisation intends to use the platform. Some businesses only require user-based licences for reporting and collaboration, whilst others need dedicated Fabric capacity to support larger data workloads, enterprise reporting and AI capabilities. Understanding the most appropriate licensing model can help ensure you receive the performance you need without paying for unnecessary capacity. Speak to our team to discover the most cost-effective solution for your business.

Yes. Microsoft Fabric is designed to connect to a wide range of Microsoft and third-party data sources. Whether your information is stored in cloud services, on premises databases or business applications, Microsoft Fabric can help bring that data together into a single, governed environment, making it easier to analyse and share trusted insights across your organisation.

Absolutely. Microsoft Fabric integrates with Azure and forms part of Microsoft’s wider cloud ecosystem. It works alongside Azure services, Microsoft 365, Power BI and Microsoft Purview, allowing organisations to build modern data platforms using technologies they may already have in place.

The timescale for implementing Microsoft Fabric depends on the size and complexity of your organisation, the number of data sources involved and your reporting requirements. Some projects can be completed in a matter of weeks, whilst larger enterprise implementations may take longer. A well planned implementation ensures your data is secure, properly governed and ready to support future growth and AI initiatives.

Yes. Compete366 can supply Microsoft Fabric licences as well as provide expert guidance to help you choose the most appropriate licensing model for your organisation. If you purchase your licences through us, you’ll pay the same price as buying directly from Microsoft while benefiting from ongoing access to our experienced Microsoft specialists. We can also support the design, implementation and ongoing optimisation of your Microsoft Fabric environment.

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