Platform Selection Decision Framework
Which Platform?
Vendor-neutral guidance to choose the right platform: Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, SAP, AWS, or hybrid based on your requirements.
Decision Framework
Choosing the right platform depends on several factors:
- Existing infrastructure and ecosystem (Microsoft, AWS, SAP)
- Data residency and regulatory requirements
- ML/AI capabilities needed
- Open-source vs proprietary preferences
- Scale and performance requirements
- Integration requirements (especially SAP)
We provide vendor-neutral guidance to help you choose the right platform for your specific needs.
Platform Comparison Matrix
| Feature | Databricks | Microsoft Fabric | SAP | AWS Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft ecosystem integration | Limited | Native | Via integration | Via integration |
| Open-source flexibility | High | Limited | Limited | High |
| Advanced ML/MLOps | Excellent | Growing | Limited | Good |
| SAP integration | Strong | Good | Native | Via services |
| Data residency controls | Cloud/VPC | Cloud/VPC | On-prem | VPC/On-prem |
| Best for regulated industries | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Quick Decision Guide
Choose Databricks if:
- You need open-source flexibility
- Advanced ML/MLOps is critical
- Multi-cloud support is required
- SAP integration is important
Choose Microsoft Fabric if:
- You're Microsoft-centric (Power BI, Azure, M365)
- Unified SaaS experience is preferred
- Self-service analytics is a priority
- Integrated governance with Purview is needed
Consider Hybrid/On-Prem if:
- Data residency requirements exist
- Regulatory constraints require on-premises
- Data sovereignty is critical
- You need VPC isolation
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