Harnessing Storytelling Power with Power BI

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HELLO DATA ENTHUSIASTS!

Welcome to this week's edition of AI and Data Tech Trends!

Today, we're diving into the art of data storytelling with Power BI, a crucial skill for anyone looking to make a lasting impact with their data visualisations.

Data without context is just numbers.

The magic happens when we transform those numbers into compelling stories that drive action and insight. Power BI continues to evolve as a robust platform for crafting these narratives, allowing us to go beyond simple charts and graphs to create interactive immersive data experiences.

The Power of Narrative in Data

But how do we go beyond merely displaying the data to portraying an actionable narrative that drives results?

Here are some effective storytelling techniques:

• Start with a clear narrative arc: Begin with the problem, present the data-driven insights, and conclude with actionable recommendations.
• Use visual hierarchy: Guide your audience's attention through thoughtful layout and design choices.
• Leverage interactivity: Allow users to explore the data themselves, deepening their engagement and understanding.

Tailoring Reports for Different Audiences

One size doesn't fit all when it comes to data presentation.

Let's explore how to customise your Power BI reports for different stakeholders:

For Executives:

• Focus on high-level KPIs and trends
• Use simple, impactful visuals
• Incorporate predictive analytics to support strategic decision-making

For Analysts:

• Provide explainable answers
• Add depth with interactive analysis including advanced filtering and drill-down capabilities
• Offer access to underlying data sources for further exploration

Power BI Training 1-day Paginated Reports

Onyx Data offers a specialised training service focused on Power BI Paginated Reports. This one-day course, "Paginated Reports in a Day," is designed to equip participants with the skills needed to create, publish, and distribute paginated reports using Power BI Report Builder.

Course Overview

The training covers several key aspects of working with paginated reports:

• Report creation: Participants learn how to design and develop paginated reports from scratch
• Data sources: The course teaches how to connect to various data sources and create datasets.
• Visual elements: Attendees discover how to add tables, charts, and other visual elements to their reports.
• Advanced features: The training includes instruction on implementing advanced features such as parameters and expressions.

Practical Approach

The course emphasises hands-on learning, allowing participants to practice creating reports throughout the day. This approach ensures that attendees can immediately apply their new skills in real-world scenarios.

Target Audience

This training is suitable for:

• Business intelligence professionals
• Data analysts
• Report developers
• Anyone interested in creating paginated reports in Power BI

By offering this specialised training, we here at Onyx Data help professionals enhance their reporting capabilities and leverage the full potential of Power BI's paginated reporting features.

To read more on this Power BI service we have:

https://onyxdata.co.uk/training/power-bi-training-1-day-paginated-reports-in-a-day/

TREND SPOTLIGHT FOR THIS WEEK

Power BI October Update

The October 2024 Power BI Update introduces several significant enhancements aimed at improving user experience and functionality:

• Copilot Features: The Copilot now offers enhanced report creation capabilities, providing clearer guidance and transparency. Quick measure suggestions will transition to Microsoft Fabric Copilot, allowing for natural language DAX queries.

• Reporting Enhancements: The Azure Maps visual now supports data-bound reference layers, enabling dynamic integration with business data. A new List Slicer is also in preview, featuring improved customisation options.

• Modeling Updates: Dynamic format strings for measures are now generally available, allowing for flexible display options. New INFO.VIEW DAX functions have been introduced to enhance metadata management.

• Mobile Connectivity: Power BI Mobile apps will discontinue support for Report Server connections using OAuth and AD FS 2016.

• Retirement Notice: The “Teams activity analytics” report will be retired starting December 31, 2024, with users encouraged to utilise the native analytics view in Microsoft Teams instead.

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