• Key benefits of Power BI include:

  • Data Visualization: Create intuitive and interactive dashboards.
  • Integration: Connects seamlessly with multiple data sources.
  • Real-Time Analytics: Access up-to-date insights for quick decisions.
  • Cost-Effective: Offers scalable pricing plans for businesses of all sizes.
  • AI-Powered Insights: Leverage machine learning for predictive analytics.

Microsoft Power BI works by:

1. Connecting to data sources such as Excel, databases, cloud services, and more.
2. Transforming raw data into clean, usable datasets.
3. Visualizing data through customizable dashboards and reports.
4. Allowing collaboration and sharing of insights across teams.

• Industries leveraging Power BI include:

  • Healthcare: For patient care analytics and operational efficiency.
  • Retail: To analyze sales trends and optimize inventory.
  • Finance: For real-time tracking of financial performance.
  • Manufacturing: To monitor production processes and supply chains.
  • Education: For analyzing student performance and resource allocation.

Key features include:

• Custom Dashboards: Build personalized dashboards for your needs.
• Data Connectivity: Connect to over 100 data sources, including Salesforce and Azure.
• Mobile Access: Access dashboards on smartphones and tablets.
• AI Insights: Use machine learning models for advanced analytics.
• Collaboration Tools: Share insights securely with team members.

Power BI integrates seamlessly with:

• Microsoft Excel: Import and visualize Excel data effortlessly.
• Microsoft Teams: Collaborate on dashboards and reports within Teams.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365: Visualize CRM and ERP data for better decision-making.
• Azure Services: Connect to Azure Synapse, Azure SQL Database, and more.

Yes, Microsoft Power BI is primarily cloud-based, but it also offers an on-premises solution through Power BI Report Server for businesses with specific infrastructure needs.

Absolutely! Power BI offers scalable plans that make it suitable for small businesses. Its ease of use and affordable pricing enable startups and SMEs to leverage data analytics effectively.

• Power BI Pro: Ideal for individual users and small teams, offering collaboration and sharing capabilities.
• Power BI Premium: Designed for larger organizations, providing advanced features like AI, paginated reports, and dedicated cloud capacity.

Power BI ensures enterprise-grade security with:

• Data encryption in transit and at rest.
• Role-based access control for secure sharing.
• Compliance with global standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.

Power BI can manage big data by:

• Connecting to large-scale data sources like Azure Synapse and Hadoop.
• Using incremental refresh to handle massive datasets efficiently.
• Offering in-memory storage and direct query options for performance optimization.

ShanVri provides:

• End-to-end Power BI implementation services.
• Custom dashboard and report design tailored to your business needs.
• Integration with existing systems like Dynamics 365 and Azure.
• Training and support to empower your team.

Microsoft Power BI offers three main pricing plans:

• Power BI Free: For individual users exploring data visualization.
• Power BI Pro: For teams requiring collaboration, priced per user.
• Power BI Premium: For large organizations, priced per capacity.
  Contact ShanVri for a personalized consultation on pricing.

The implementation timeline depends on the complexity of your data and reporting needs. ShanVri ensures efficient deployment, typically within a few weeks.

Power BI Embedded is a service that allows developers to integrate Power BI analytics into custom applications, websites, or portals.

Yes, Power BI supports real-time analytics by:

• Connecting to streaming data sources like IoT devices and APIs.
• Automatically refreshing dashboards with live data.
• Providing real-time alerts for critical metrics.

• Sales Analytics: Monitor performance and pipeline health.
• Marketing Analytics: Measure campaign ROI and customer segmentation.
• Operational Efficiency: Optimize workflows and resource allocation.
• Financial Reporting: Automate budgeting and forecasting.
• Customer Insights: Track satisfaction and engagement trends.