We use Microsoft BI primarily for analyzing data to construct indicators and dashboards. We use the information to better understand our business to make effective decisions about our business for the future, such as keeping competitive with other companies.
Project Business Analyst RPA at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
Compatibility with different databases, complete tool, helpful technical support
Pros and Cons
- "The most useful features are the ability to connect different databases to Microsoft BI and explore them. Once the database information has been extracted, you have the ability to construct indicators and dashboards from the information."
- "The solution could improve by simplifying the user interface and adding integration or compatibility with APA."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The most useful features are the ability to connect different databases to Microsoft BI and explore them. Once the database information has been extracted, you have the ability to construct indicators and dashboards from the information.
Microsoft BI is a complete tool, it has all the functions needed for its purpose.
What needs improvement?
The solution could improve by simplifying the user interface and adding integration or compatibility with APA.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft BI for many years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. We are able to see the users and the capability from the cloud platform.
How are customer service and support?
Microsoft provides good technical support.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is easy. However, there are many options and areas to configure that can be difficult.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend those wanting to use this solution to take some courses to at least learn the minimal knowledge to analyze and construct indicators. This is a very powerful tool and if you understand it you can get the most out of it.
I rate Microsoft BI a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.


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