Power BI as a data analysis solution

Power BI is a versatile tool capable of constructing a comprehensive data analysis solution, contrary to the misconception that it is solely for creating reports and dashboards. It can be effectively taken through the six phases of data analysis, excelling notably in certain phases where its performance is particularly strong. Let’s now look at how we can map the usage and functionality of Power BI with that of the six data analysis phases.

Phase 1 – Asking questions for your Power BI solution

During the first of the six data analysis phases, a documentation tool and Microsoft Excel are typically employed to record organizational requirements and profile essential metrics. This combination allows for a straightforward listing of the necessary measures and KPIs, including their calculations, making the use of Power BI unnecessary in this context. However, for smaller, agile organizations, a prototype-based approach might be suitable...