Komment

Komment is a native Qlik writeback extension developed by Extend BI. According to the vendor, it is designed to enable users to write, edit, and update data directly within Qlik Sense applications, with the aim of enhancing collaboration, productivity, and data quality. Komment is said to be suitable for companies of all sizes and industries, and it is utilized by professionals such as business analysts, data analysts, data scientists, finance professionals, as well as sales and marketing professionals.

Key Features

According to the vendor, Komment offers the following key features:

Data entry: Users can write comments directly in their Qlik Sense application, create, delete, or edit data points, and input comments, checklists, and planning information using various input options.

Design: Komment provides a range of input options to customize the appearance and functionality of the extension. Users can design input fields to match specific use cases and configure input options for different data types.

Use the data: Data entries made using Komment are immediately available for use in other charts and tables. Pressing save ensures that all users have access to the latest information, and the data becomes part of the data model right away.

Traceability: Komment includes an out-of-the-box audit trail that offers insight into changes made. Users can track who made the changes and when they were made, maintaining a record of all data modifications.

Data storage: Entries made using Komment are saved into QVD files or an MS SQL DB. Users can manage and back up the data sources, keeping all insights and data in one place.

Performance: According to the vendor, Komment ensures real-time writeback regardless of the size of the Qlik app. It is designed to efficiently handle a high number of concurrent users and maintain performance even with heavy writeback usage.

Collaboration: Komment aims to enable meaningful discussions with relevant data at hand. It fosters collaboration between cross-functional teams, allowing users to take notes, follow-up actions, and adjust KPIs directly in Qlik's dashboard.

Data Management: According to the vendor, Komment streamlines data management processes within Qlik Sense, enabling users to review and clean data efficiently. It eliminates the need for external Excel files and Google sheets.

Workflow: Users can assign tasks, manage related actions and deadlines, and streamline workflow processes within Qlik Sense using Komment. The vendor suggests that it can improve task management and efficiency.

Questionnaires: Komment allows users to capture critical input about dashboard usage from users. According to the vendor, this feature enables users to learn from user feedback, improve dashboards, and gain insights into user preferences and requirements.