The critical topics this service addresses and the outcome we deliver in each.
Improvement in reporting time
measured target
We aim to shorten report preparation time meaningfully, tracked against a baseline and target.
Working platform delivery
contract-scoped
Within the contracted scope we deliver an installed and configured data platform, pipelines and a dashboard library.
Data lineage and traceability
evidence readiness
We run pipelines as a traceable evidence record with lineage tracking and error alerts.
Independent operation capacity
published after approval
The team's ability to run the platform independently after knowledge transfer and an operations guide depends on owner validation.
Delivery model
Delivery approach
How we phase the service across delivery, governance, and connected service pillars.
01
We design the architecture with a Medallion (Bronze/Silver/Gold) and optionally Data Mesh approach, and clarify platform selection during discovery based on data volume, growth rate, budget and regulatory requirements.
02
We orchestrate pipelines with Azure Data Factory, Airflow and dbt, and secure batch and near real-time flows with row-level security, column masking and audit trails.
03
We build dashboard design with a UX focus and institutionalize data literacy through training at admin, developer and business-user levels.
Operating contexts
Example operating contexts
Illustrative surfaces where this service is commonly activated.
Parallel migration scenario
We stand up the new platform while existing reports keep running, clarifying migration scope and acceptance criteria during discovery.
Near real-time dashboard
We build live dashboards through Kafka or Event Hub streaming pipelines via Power BI DirectQuery.
Enterprise system integration
We pull data from systems such as SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365 and Salesforce into a single platform with ready connectors.
DEPTH
Technical and compliance depth
This service's depth on sector-specific technical and compliance topics.
Medallion architecture layers
With a Bronze raw layer, a Silver cleansed layer and a Gold business-focused layer we progressively turn data into a value-producing structure.
Lakehouse approach
We combine the flexibility of a Data Lake with the structure of a warehouse, gathering schema-on-read and schema-on-write advantages in a single architecture.
Hybrid deployment option
We align with regulatory requirements through a hybrid architecture that runs sensitive data on-premise and analytics workloads in the cloud.
What It Solves
Legacy data warehouses built on monolithic architectures can no longer keep pace with the volume, velocity, and variety of modern enterprise data — resulting in stale dashboards, brittle ETL pipelines, and analyst bottlenecks. Our Modern Data Platforms & BI practice designs and deploys cloud-native data warehouses, lakehouse architectures, and governed BI layers that deliver trusted, real-time insights at enterprise scale. We eliminate data silos and enable self-service analytics across business units without compromising performance or security.
Lakehouse architecture design on Azure Synapse, Databricks, or Snowflake with Delta Lake support
Automated ELT/ETL pipeline engineering with dbt, Apache Spark, and Azure Data Factory
Power BI and Tableau enterprise deployment with row-level security and certified datasets
Real-time streaming ingestion via Apache Kafka and Azure Event Hubs
Key Benefits
Benefit
Turn the outcome into a measurable target with baseline, owner, and evidence review cadence
Benefit
Make cost and resource optimization measurable against the agreed baseline and review cadence
Benefit
Improve quality indicators through baselines, acceptance criteria, and reviewed evidence
Databricks Delta Lake, Apache Iceberg, Apache Hudi
BI Tools
Power BI Premium, Tableau Server, Looker, Apache Superset
Pipeline Orchestration
Apache Airflow, dbt Cloud, Azure Data Factory
Scope
Our engagement spans the complete data platform lifecycle from architecture design and source system integration through BI layer build, user training, and production handover. We apply a medallion architecture pattern (Bronze/Silver/Gold layers) to ensure data quality and reusability across all consumer use cases. Managed operations and SLA-backed platform monitoring are available post-delivery.
Source system connectivity for ERP (SAP, Oracle), CRM (Salesforce), and SaaS platforms
Medallion architecture implementation with automated data quality gates at each layer
Semantic model design with certified metrics, hierarchies, and calculated KPIs
Performance tuning and query optimization for sub-second dashboard load times
Key Benefits
Benefit
Turn the outcome into a measurable target with baseline, owner, and evidence review cadence
Benefit
Shorten operational cycle time against agreed measurement targets and acceptance criteria
Architecture Pattern
Medallion (Bronze/Silver/Gold), Lambda, Kappa
Source Connectors
150+ pre-built connectors via Fivetran, Airbyte, custom REST adapters
Security Model
Row-level security, column masking, Microsoft Entra ID integration
SLA Targets
Contracted pipeline quality targets, <15 min data freshness for critical domains where the operating model and source systems support it
Deliverables
Deliverables include a production-ready data platform with full documentation, runbooks, and training materials handed over to your team. We provide architecture decision records (ADRs) for every key technology choice, enabling your team to maintain and evolve the platform with confidence. A 90-day hypercare period ensures stability and knowledge transfer after go-live.
Production-deployed cloud data platform with CI/CD pipeline and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/Bicep)
Power BI or Tableau enterprise deployment with 10–20 certified report templates
Data platform runbook covering operations, incident response, and cost optimization
Developer onboarding guide and hands-on training workshop for data engineering team
Key Benefits
Benefit
Turn the outcome into a measurable target with baseline, owner, and review cadence
Benefit
Track growth and reputation outcomes with governed attribution and agreed measurement targets
Benefit
Deliver measurable ROI documentation with before/after performance and cost benchmarks
IaC
Terraform, Azure Bicep, AWS CloudFormation
CI/CD
GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps Pipelines, dbt Cloud
Monitoring
Azure Monitor, Datadog, Great Expectations data quality checks
Documentation
Confluence-compatible, version-controlled in client Git repository
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a data warehouse and a lakehouse?
A traditional data warehouse stores structured, processed data optimized for SQL analytics. A lakehouse combines the flexibility of a data lake (storing raw, unstructured, and semi-structured data) with ACID transaction controls and performance optimizations of a warehouse — enabling both BI reporting and machine learning on the same platform.
Can we migrate our existing on-premises data warehouse without losing historical data?
Yes. We use a phased migration approach: historical data is migrated in parallel with live production, using validation checksums and reconciliation reports at each stage. Business users continue accessing the legacy system until the new platform passes user acceptance testing and a cutover plan is agreed.
How do you handle near-real-time data requirements for operational dashboards?
We implement a streaming layer alongside the batch processing pipeline using Apache Kafka or Azure Event Hubs. Operational dashboard freshness, batch economics, and acceptance targets are measured against the agreed architecture scope.
Do you support multi-tenant deployments for organizations with multiple business units?
Yes. We architect multi-tenant data platforms with workspace-level isolation in Power BI Premium or Databricks, combined with attribute-based access control (ABAC) policies ensuring each business unit sees only its authorized data while shared infrastructure reduces total cost of ownership.
What ongoing support do you offer after platform go-live?
We offer tiered managed service options: Standard (business-hours monitoring, 4-hour response SLA), Advanced (contract-scoped continuous monitoring, response SLA, monthly optimization reviews), and Enterprise (dedicated platform engineer, proactive capacity planning, quarterly architecture reviews).
How are platform costs monitored and controlled post-deployment?
We instrument FinOps dashboards from day one, using cloud-native cost allocation tags, budget alerts, and automated scale-down policies for non-production environments. Monthly cost optimization reports identify unused resources and right-sizing opportunities, surfacing measured cloud-spend reduction opportunities during the first year.
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