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Power BI Vs Tableau: A Comparison Study

April 26th, 2019 Intech Systems Business Intelligence

An Introduction to Power BI and Tableau

There is a proverb that says – A picture is worth a thousand words, stands true even after many decades. Today the world is about data visualization and analytics which is moving faster with the new tools available in the market. These tools are ready to use and deploy. To say at the forefront a tool should be a blend of ease of use, brand recognition, price, and speed. Such popular data visualization tools are Power BI and Tableau.
Both have their distinct features therefore, the team using them is often observed comparing Power BI and Tableau.
Power BI – A Microsoft cloud-based Product, which has super ease of use function with no high-cost value. It serves well within the Microsoft umbrella such as Azure, Excel and Office 365. However, it is a pretty good alternative for the SMB’s and for the big organizations that are looking for a data visualization tool within the low-cost frame.
Tableau – It is a smart data visualization tool that focuses more on the corporate environment having data technicians and budget. It operates well on-premise, on cloud and, can integrate with Azure. If a company lacks a broader spectrum of the data Tableau is the well-suited for them.

Comparing Power BI and Tableau

Choosing the right Business Intelligence Tool for your business

Business Intelligence Tools plays an essential role in business. Both Power BI and Tableau has their unique features in addition to the pros and cons. Our take is on Power BI. Certainly, Power BI arises as to the most inclusive solution. Microsoft provides integration abilities that are simply unmatched by competitors, resulting in one of the most user-friendly, data-connected business intelligence systems available.

Let’s check some of the benefits of Power BI

Seamless Integration:

Your business can easily adapt the analytics and visualization capabilities as Power BI effortlessly and hence, seamlessly integrates with the existing business environment.

Global Scale:

Organizations have the flexibility to deploy their BI solution where they reside with a global presence. Power BI provides guaranteed reliability and performance.

Low Price Incumbent:

According to the Gartner Magic Quadrant Report 2019, more than 15% organization compared to 2018 has chosen Power BI as a result of its low-price subscription model and analytics capabilities. Consequently, organizations have seen growth in their sales experience as well.

Ease of use:

Power BI supports complex data models in addition to integrated advanced analytics. It helps in transforming your data into the rich visuals, for instance. Therefore, providing enhanced decision-making capabilities.

Security:

Organizations can bank on a BI platform that aids comply with powerful industry measures and certifications, plus keep their data protected and control the access and usage.
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