Item: Microsoft Power BI Embedded
Rating: 8
Author: Ryan Croft

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Microsoft Power BI Embedded is an intuitive solution for querying data in an easy and presentable fashion. In our current work environment, we utilize several platforms for our various branches that we work within. The API solutions that Microsoft Power BI Embedded allows give us a means to bring it all together and break it down in a way we can use.

Pros and Cons

Ease of use
Compatibility with others
Scalability
Reporting

Training for end users
Data manipulation
Data quality

Most Important Features

Use of Excel
Compatibility
Scale

Return on Investment

Creates ease of reports for end users
Able to see PnL with statistical data
Costs can be high

Alternatives Considered

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Power BI Embedded gives the users an easier method of allowing multiple APIs and the ability to scale up quickly and effectively. While Sage Intacct is useful for a normal ERP, it does not connect well with certain systems, making it difficult to get an overall view of financial data.

Key Insights

Do you think Microsoft Power BI Embedded delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Microsoft Power BI Embedded's feature set?

Yes

Did Microsoft Power BI Embedded live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of Microsoft Power BI Embedded go as expected?

I wasn't involved with the implementation phase

Would you buy Microsoft Power BI Embedded again?

Yes

Likelihood to Recommend

Microsoft Power BI Embedded is a great solution if you have either the deep pockets to hire a team to build reports, or have someone in house to do so. The ability to pick up this software and run with it may be a little difficult for the average user. However as an end user it can be very useful in seeing data in a unique way.

A view for everyone

Overall Satisfaction with Microsoft Power BI Embedded