SQLBits 2024

Building a High Performing Impact Center of Excellence (COE) in Microsoft Fabric

This session guides you in establishing a high-performing Center of Excellence (COE) in Microsoft Fabric. We start with a quick layman's introduction to Microsoft Fabric and the pivotal role of a COE in technology. We cover COE responsibilities, landscape assessment, and securing executive support. You'll learn COE implementation steps, including team building and mentorship. We explore security, governance, best practices, collaboration, and monitoring, emphasizing adaptability. The session concludes by underlining sustainability and community-building, unlocking the potential of your Microsoft Fabric COE.
In this session, we embark on a journey to establish a high-performing Center of Excellence (COE) in Microsoft Fabric. We begin with a quick 2-minute layman's introduction to Microsoft Fabric, clarifying the pivotal role a COE plays in technology. The session then dives deep into the responsibilities of a COE team, assessments of your Microsoft Fabric landscape, and the importance of defining objectives and securing executive support.
As we progress, we outline the implementation steps for your COE, emphasizing the significance of building a core team, acquiring training and resources, and initiating mentorship. Key considerations like security, governance, legal aspects, and best practices in Microsoft Fabric are explored. Collaboration, monitoring, and measurement are addressed, ensuring adaptability and continuous improvement. We conclude by highlighting the need for sustainability and building a vibrant community of practice, setting you on the path to harness the full potential of your Microsoft Fabric COE.