This article extends the Databricks vs Snowflake comparison to include Microsoft Fabric, exploring the platforms’ philosophical roots, architectural approaches, and strategic trade-offs. It positions Fabric not as a direct competitor but as a consolidation play for Microsoft-centric organisations, and introduces Microsoft Purview as the governance layer that unifies divergent estates. Using a real-world scenario where Databricks underpins engineering, Fabric drives BI adoption, and functional teams risk fragmentation, the piece outlines the “Build–Consume–Govern” model and a phased transition plan. The conclusion emphasises orchestration across platforms, not choosing a single winner, as the path to a governed, AI-ready data estate.