Challenges of Microsoft Purview for Data Discovery

This document is a technical report that discusses the limitations of Microsoft Purview in the context of data discovery for organizations. It outlines the significant investments required for successful implementation, including licensing, consulting, and internal expertise. The report emphasizes the time challenges associated with receiving updates and achieving necessary capabilities. It details the inadequacies of Purview in handling unstructured data across various repositories, highlighting issues such as poor integration with non-M365 content, limited reporting capabilities, and the inefficiency of its feature set. Furthermore, the report argues that data discovery should be prioritized for governance teams rather than IT, suggesting that organizations may benefit from focused solutions that address specific data discovery needs. The report concludes by contrasting the capabilities of ActiveNav Cloud, which is designed specifically for data discovery, with those of Purview, indicating that the former may provide a more effective approach to managing unstructured data.