Strategy Companion Analyzer

Flexible Customization: Reviewers have praised the software's flexibility and power, allowing users to customize formatting and measures. The tool is highly customizable according to some users, who found it easy to create metrics on the fly with custom measures. Others appreciated the ability to consolidate different groups of information using group tables.

Ease of Use: Many reviewers noted how intuitive Analyzer interface was, resembling Excel pivot tables and allowing users to apply their Excel skills in a web-based analytics tool. Users appreciated its ease of use and scalability that enables them to efficiently generate and share reporting models. Some also were pleased with the ad hoc analysis capabilities which are powerful yet simple.

Visual Options: A wide range of visual options available has impressed many users who found it visually impressive. The ability to create graphical reports quickly and efficiently, especially interactive maps, was noted by some as a significant advantage over other tools. Additionally, exporting reports from Analyzer into Excel, PowerPoint or PDF format proved helpful for several reviewers.

Poor Performance: Some users have experienced poor performance, particularly when working with large data sets or using advanced features. This has resulted in frustration and lost time for those who rely on the software for their work.

Limited Documentation/Support: Several reviewers have noted that there is little to no documentation or support available for more advanced functionality. As a result, some users feel like they are not able to fully utilize the potential of the software and may be missing out on valuable insights.

Non-Intuitive Functionality: Many casual users struggle with getting started due to non-intuitive functionality. Filtering and custom calculations can be difficult to use, which can lead to bad data pulls and misleading results.

Users have provided several recommendations for the software based on their experiences. The three most common recommendations are as follows:

1. Try the trial version before purchasing: Users recommend taking advantage of the trial version to evaluate the software's capabilities and determine if it meets their specific needs.

2. Thoroughly research and evaluate before making a decision: It is advised to conduct thorough research and evaluation of the product before making a purchasing decision. This ensures that the software aligns with the user's requirements and expectations.

3. Suitable for quick analysis and efficient presentation: Users recommend the software for those already familiar with mdx cubes and satisfied with cube processing times. They find it useful for quick analysis and efficient presentation of information, but acknowledge its limitations in creating highly complex and bespoke documents.

Overall, users emphasize the importance of thoroughly assessing the software through trials and research, ensuring it aligns with their specific needs before making a purchasing decision.