Effortless Data Visualization and Reporting with IBM Cognos Analytics.
March 17, 2025

Effortless Data Visualization and Reporting with IBM Cognos Analytics.

Riaz Raza | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Modules Used

  • Analysis Studio
  • Report Studio
  • Query Studio
  • Event Studio

Overall Satisfaction with IBM Cognos Analytics

I use IBM Cognos Analytics mainly for reporting and data visualization, and it makes it easier for me to produce thorough reports and mix several data sources. Predictive analytics and the AI chatbot help one to acquire insights without writing code.

Pros

  • AI chatbot simplifies data searching.
  • Creating thorough reports requires seamless integration and also with several data sources.
  • Push alerts always remind me of deadlines and achievements.

Cons

  • Sometimes, the cloud version is a little slow, particularly in relation to bigger datasets.
  • The learning curve is steep and configuring data connections can be trouble.
  • The default templates often seem constrained, and I wish there were more choices for visualizations.
  • The automation of data integration and reporting saves a lot of manual effort.
  • The ability to visualize data in multiple ways improves analysis and reporting.
I feel confident using Cognos because every stakeholder gets their data version, avoiding accidental overwrites. The security features ensure that access is well-managed across admins, staff, and customers, making it far more reliable than traditional spreadsheets.
I don’t need to write SQL queries or code, which saves a lot of time. Building reports and dashboards is simple using the drag-and-drop interface, and data preparation driven by artificial intelligence pushes the envelope and simplifies difficult chores greatly.

Do you think IBM Cognos Analytics delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with IBM Cognos Analytics's feature set?

Yes

Did IBM Cognos Analytics live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of IBM Cognos Analytics go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy IBM Cognos Analytics again?

Yes

This platform manages data analysis, dashboards, and reporting all at once, and teams who wish to cooperate without running the danger of data loss would greatly benefit from it, and it has more use and greater freedom in report design.

IBM Cognos Analytics Feature Ratings

BI Platform ()
Not Rated
Supported Data Sources ()
Not Rated
8.0
Pixel Perfect reports
8
Customizable dashboards
9
Report Formatting Templates
7
7.5
Drill-down analysis
8
Formatting capabilities
7
Integration with R or other statistical packages
7
Report sharing and collaboration
8
6.5
Publish to PDF
6
Report Delivery Scheduling
7
7.5
Pre-built visualization formats (heatmaps, scatter plots etc.)
8
Location Analytics / Geographic Visualization
7
Predictive Analytics
7
Pattern Recognition and Data Mining
8
7.6
Multi-User Support (named login)
6
Role-Based Security Model
8
Multiple Access Permission Levels (Create, Read, Delete)
9
Report-Level Access Control
8
Single Sign-On (SSO)
7
7.7
Responsive Design for Web Access
8
Mobile Application
8
Dashboard / Report / Visualization Interactivity on Mobile
7
8.5
REST API
8
Javascript API
9

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