Microsoft Developer presents an overview of how Microsoft Purview provides unified data security and governance, highlighting practical features and best practices to secure and manage organizational data.

Understand How Purview Secures and Governs Your Entire Data Estate

Overview

In this episode of the Azure Essentials Show, Microsoft Azure’s Thomas and Darren examine the growing importance of data security and governance in today’s organizations as data volumes explode across multiple platforms and cloud environments.

Why Traditional Security Isn’t Enough

Traditional infrastructure security cannot fully address the unique challenges of modern data estates.
The focus must shift to securing data itself, rather than just infrastructure.

Introducing Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Purview is presented as a unified solution for data security, governance, and compliance.
It enables organizations to manage, secure, and govern their data estate across on-premises, multi-cloud, and SaaS environments.

The Unified Catalog Feature

The Unified Catalog streamlines data discovery and access for both technical and business users.
Simplifies compliance by providing a holistic view of data resources and governance policies.
The video features a demo showcasing how the catalog makes it easy to locate, classify, and secure sensitive data.

Best Practices in Data Governance

Discusses actionable strategies for implementing robust governance policies.
Emphasizes continuous assessment, role-based access, and compliance monitoring.

Resources and Next Steps

Get started with Purview Data Governance: https://aka.ms/purviewdatagovernance
Learn about the Microsoft Purview Unified Catalog: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/unified-catalog
Microsoft Purview Data Security: https://learn.microsoft.com/purview/purview-security
Azure Essentials: https://azure.com/AzureEssentials

Armchair Architects: Governance Strategies for AI Agents: https://aka.ms/AzEssentials/235
More Azure Essentials episodes: https://aka.ms/AzureEssentialsShow

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Chapter Guide

0:00 In this episode
0:23 Introduction
1:06 Why Data Security and Governance Matter
2:09 Built-in security and governance isn’t enough
3:10 What is Microsoft Purview?
3:55 Purview demo
7:16 Next Steps and Resources

Key Takeaways

Data security and governance must be prioritized as organizational data landscapes become more distributed.
Microsoft Purview’s Unified Catalog is a central feature for managing compliance and access.
Practical guidance and resources are available to help organizations strengthen their data governance posture.