Faster answers to data questions
Employees can access information relevant to the decisions they make.
Self-service BI
Give employees the freedom to carry out their own analyses, within shared definitions and agreed guidelines.
Central BI teams cannot answer every request for information straight away. But unmanaged self-service leads to duplicate dashboards and conflicting versions of the truth. Self-service BI combines accessible analytics tools with governance and reliable data sources.
From an isolated possibility to a practical application
An application only becomes meaningful when it fits a specific task and the information available for it.
We balance freedom and control according to users, skills and risks. That’s why we define in advance what the solution should and shouldn’t do, how its output will be checked and who remains responsible.
What it delivers
Consistent figures
Shared data sources and definitions reduce discrepancies between reports.
Put users first
The solution is designed for the people who work with it every day.
Our approach
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Define the decision
We determine which question or decision the BI solution needs to support.
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Check data and definitions
We bring data sources together and define the terms.
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Develop the solution
We build an initial usable analysis or dashboard.
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Validate with users
We assess whether it is easy to understand and fits the way people work.
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Monitor usage and quality
We improve it based on questions, usage and changing data.
Tailored to your organisation
This service is relevant for organisations that want to make data more widely accessible. The exact setup depends on the process, the available data and the risks associated with its use.
We therefore start with a clearly defined use case and only expand it once the initial setup works in practice.
Other solutions
One data platform for fragmented sourcesBring data from separate systems together in one place, where everyone sees the same figures.
Dashboard for day-to-day operationsSee how things stand on one screen, without having to build reports first.
Predicting when maintenance is neededPlan maintenance based on what the data says, not on a fixed schedule.
Frequently asked questions
This service addresses the following challenge: self-service BI combines accessible analysis tools with governance and reliable data sources. How it works in practice depends on the process and the data available.
The service may be relevant to organisations that want to make data more widely accessible. A clear need and useful information matter more than the size of the organisation.
That depends on the chosen application. We start with the question that needs to be addressed, then determine which data or sources are necessary and suitable.
No. For fixed, predictable tasks, conventional automation may be enough. We choose the simplest approach that addresses the challenge and add complexity only when needed.
We define the scope of the application, check the results with users and put appropriate controls in place. Once it is in use, we monitor how it works and adjust the solution when the data, usage or context changes.
Discover what self-service BI could mean for your organisation
Want to explore where self-service BI makes sense as a starting point? Together, we map out the challenge, the available information and the prerequisites.