Business Intelligence
Turn operational data into reliable reporting with Azure SQL, Power BI and the wider Microsoft data platform.
Discuss a BI RequirementOverview
Good reporting starts with dependable data.
Many organisations have the data they need, but it is spread across operational systems, spreadsheets and legacy reports. We help bring that information together in a way that is secure, understandable and useful.
Our current focus is Microsoft Azure SQL for dependable data foundations and Power BI for practical, decision-ready reporting, including reporting over Dataverse where it forms part of the operational estate.
We can help with reporting data models, SQL performance, dashboard design, report governance and the transition from older reporting tools to modern Microsoft platform services.
Existing skills such as SQL Server Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, data warehousing and data transformation remain available where they are part of a client's current estate.
Azure SQL and Power BI Delivery
Azure SQL
Design, migration and optimisation of SQL-backed data platforms using Microsoft Azure SQL services where they are the right fit for the workload, governance model and budget.
- Data modelling and schema design
- Performance tuning and query review
- Secure reporting data sources
Power BI
Clear, maintainable Power BI reporting that helps teams see operational trends, measure performance and make informed decisions from trusted data.
- Dashboards and management reporting
- Data model design
- Practical report governance
Typical Engagements
We usually help where teams need practical reporting improvements without creating unnecessary platform complexity.
- Azure SQL migration and optimisation
- Power BI report rebuilds and dashboard design
- Reporting data model review
- Dataverse reporting support
- Operational data integration
- Report governance and handover planning
- Performance tuning for reporting workloads
Supporting Skills
SQL Server and SSRS
Support for established SQL Server and SQL Server Reporting Services estates, including report maintenance, tuning and migration planning.
Data Integration
Connecting data from line-of-business systems so reporting is based on consistent, understood sources rather than manual spreadsheet handling.
Crystal Reports
Ongoing support for legacy Crystal Reports where existing systems still rely on them, with a practical path towards newer reporting options when appropriate.
