Analyzing, interpreting, and monitoring data is crucial for a business or an organization, and things have never been easier than using Power BI.
Microsoft Power BI creates an analytical environment for monitoring data and sharing reports. It delivers interactive data visualization BI capabilities allowing users to see and share data and insights throughout their organization.
In this episode of The Analytic Mind Podcast, Sam McKay interviews Greg Deckler, Vice President (Microsoft) at Fusion Alliance and is also part of the team at Enterprise DNA, helping them move the needle on some great initiatives.
Find out many exciting things that are going on with Power BI, tapping on automation and other possible features.
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***** Video Details *****
00:00 Introduction
02:04 Reemergence and potential of Power BI, a radically different tool
06:20 Greg’s first impression of the Power BI External Toolbar and what led him to write his first tool.
13:20 The three Power BI External Tools Greg is currently developing
15:00 The learning curve in delving into the depths of analysis services tabular modeling with different terminology
18:52 Interesting automation ideas within Enterprise DNA, and what Greg has to say about them.
23:20 Data Modeling Templates to aid in Power BI implementation within organizations.
32:12 Fusion Alliance overview and engagements
36:15 Data architecture and building the golden data set
38:36 Corporate BI self-service, self-service visualization, and self-service BI
43:14 Calculated columns in your chosen data model
47:04 Books written by Greg Deckler
52:49 What does Greg like about being part of Microsoft MVP
55:05 Greg’s take on the future of Power BI
***** Related Links *****
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdeckler/
Website: https://gregdeckler.com/
Fusion Alliance: https://fusionalliance.com/
Microsoft Hates Greg’s Quick Measures: https://community.powerbi.com/t5/Community-Blog/Microsoft-Hates-Greg-s-Quick-Measures/ba-p/2116746
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