Transitioning to Synapse Link
Making the switch from Export to Data Lake to Synapse Link offers several advantages:
Migrate from Export to Data Lake to Synapse Link with HSO
Current Situation
Microsoft has formally announced the deprecation of the Export to Data Lake feature, with the change taking effect on October 15, 2023. If you're currently making use of this feature, you have the assurance that it will remain available for your use until November 1, 2024.
Synapse Link for Dataverse service stands as the successor to Export to Data Lake, promising elevated performance, enhanced flexibility, and a superior user experience. With Synapse Link, managing data across Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications becomes seamless and efficient.
At HSO, we are committed to providing our customers with the dedicated support to assist you throughout this transition period.
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Deprecation of Export to Data Lake feature
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Continued data replication for create, update, delete transactions
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Reduced consumption costs with Delta Tables
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Enhanced query performance directly connected with Power BI
What to expect with the migration process
During the migration process, users can anticipate leveraging advanced features like Delta Table functionality, ensuring optimized data workflows and semantic consistency. HSO offers comprehensive support for this transition, including analyzing existing setups, identifying dependencies, and assessing compatibility with CDM views.
Key elements of the migration may involve:
- Design and architecture considerations.
- Exporting data to the target platform, such as a Data Lake or Synapse Link.
- Adapting data formats, such as Delta Parquet files, for enhanced functionality.
- Enabling direct-query capabilities for reporting tools like Power BI.
- Resolving all dependencies to ensure a seamless transition and operational continuity.
How we do it
Our approach includes:
- Designing and implementing architecture plans
- Analyzing dependencies and creating strategies for resolving issues in downstream applications
- Replicating business logic from various sources such as CDM views and data warehouse tables
- Ensuring a smooth end-user experience for data access and analytical tasks
- Providing Delta Parquet files to support direct querying and Data Science applications
Comparing Export to Data Lake to Synapse Link
Comparison between the two frameworks reveals significant enhancements with Synapse Link:
- Additional compatibility with Delta Parquet format
- Unlimited table support compared to limited capacity
- Enhanced security features including firewall support
- Direct querying from Power BI for improved analytics capabilities
- Configurable data refresh intervals ranging from 15 minutes to 24 hours, surpassing the 10-15 minute updates of the current framework.
Take your data management to the next level
Avoid the pitfalls of missing the deprecation deadline for the Export to Data Lake feature.
Let HSO guide you towards unlocking superior performance, flexibility, and a seamless user experience through a smooth migration to Synapse Link for Dataverse service within Power Apps.
Embrace a world of limitless opportunities for managing data across all Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications. Say farewell to constraints and welcome a new era of efficiency and innovation.
Let's chat!
We're ready to guide you through the transition process, ensuring a smooth and efficient migration. Contact us now to learn more and elevate your data workflows with Synapse Link.