Best Power Bi Architecture Podcasts (2025)

Ready for your Hour of (Data) Power with some Radioactive and Electric Feel thrown in? Ok, so hang tight, get your coffee or lemonade (depending on how your summer looks like!), as we bring you a double whammy from your newest Data-powered Innovation Jam to celebrate the anniversary launch of the 10th edition of the Data Powered Innovation Review. …

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Every doc you take 43:30

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4M ago43:30

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From punk rock to process automation, from Blondie to BSON — it’s a genre-defying episode of the Data-Powered Innovation Jam where we grab a virtual bench in Central Park with Andrew Davidson, SVP of Products at MongoDB, and let the data conversation run wild. What follows is an improvisational jam session on the evolution of data, the art of distr…

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The six pistols of technology trends 1:18:45

5M ago1:18:45

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Ready for the remix? You might have already listened to one of the most recent episodes of the Cloud Realities podcast, where six dynamic voices from two podcast teams came together to unpack Capgemini’s TechnoVision 2025. From infrastructure and applications to collaboration, user experience, automation, and — naturally — a heavy dose of data and …

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Models on the dance floor 43:10

5M ago43:10

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What happens when Professor Erik Proper of the Technical University of Vienna teams up with the ever-inquisitive ‘Dr. Bob’ Robert Engels – modestly supported by co-hosts Weiwei Feng and Ron Tolido - to discuss AI, models, semantics, ontologies, and context? A true PhD Fest? Or a practical exploration of the synergies between the academic and busine…

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You can’t touch this (Data) 34:25

6M ago34:25

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Much like a hammer sees every problem as a nail, data experts tend to see opportunity in every single data field. Collaboration on data is still one of the best ways to bring data to life and build business value on top of it. Sharing data across organizations is one of the most powerful ways to spark innovation. But when data needs to stay private…

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Smells like gene spirit 44:18

6M ago44:18

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Ever thought AI practitioners could win a Noble prize? Well, they already have. Not for predicting your next favourite movie or generating poetry, but for groundbreaking advancements in Life Sciences. And it won’t be the last time. In this episode, hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng find themselves venturing into unexpected territory …

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Ventures in space 49:06

7M ago49:06

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In for a new venture? This episode of the Data-powered Innovation Jam has you covered. Our hosts Weiwei, Robert, and Ron welcome Brett Clark, Director, Global Business Development at blackshark.ai—a company with the modest mission of creating a digital twin of the entire planet using satellite data. It all started with Microsoft Flight Simulator, b…

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RightHere, RightNow 45:25

7M ago45:25

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It’s the ultimate new hit album for generative AI: intelligent automation, autonomous systems, and—of course—agents. But while ServiceNow has been a pioneering force in this space for a long time, it still seems to fly under the radar for many data and AI experts. Time to change that. Time to bridge the worlds of Planet Process and Planet Data! For…

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Let’s swing to TechnoVision 44:04

8M ago44:04

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"It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing"—Duke Ellington’s immortal words composed almost a century ago resonate deeply in the latest episode of the Data-powered Innovation Jam. Hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng explore TechnoVision 2025, Capgemini’s annual technology trend analysis, where ‘The Pendulum Swing’ captures the r…

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Cloud encounters of the third kind 43:25

8M ago43:25

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Cloud computing has long been a familiar fixture in the digital sky, but that doesn’t mean innovation has stopped soaring. In this episode, hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng discuss all things cloud with Carolin Eggers, Director, Data & AI, EMEA North, Google Cloud. The first kind of cloud? There’s nothing UFO about it. That’s well u…

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Quantum heart mother 39:09

8M ago39:09

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Is quantum computing an early ‘70s thing? Well, certainly if you compare it to the new, experimental music that was released then. To many, quantum computing feels like listening to an early Pink Floyd record for the very first time: alien, incomparable, confusing, but above all: intriguing. Quite different from the more mainstream band the Floyd l…

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The red and blue pills of Virtual Twins 40:51

9M ago40:51

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Knock, knock, Neo. Think Agents are a thing of the future? Look again at the iconic movie, The Matrix—they've been hiding in plain sight. In the first episode of 2025, hosts Ron Tolido, Weiwei Feng, and Robert Engels venture down the digital rabbit hole of Virtual Twins with Morgan Zimmerman, CEO of NETVIBES at Dassault Systèmes. It’s a fascinating…

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Data Warehouses - Continued 30:37

10M ago30:37

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Episode 6 of 6 in our Data Architecture Series In this episode, we conclude our discussion on data warehouses. As technology costs continue to drop, small and mid-sized businesses are now in an excellent position to invest in these solutions. We explore key considerations, including costs, potential risks, and strategies to avoid common pitfalls. T…

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Predicting in the name of 49:47

10M ago49:47

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Do we hear sleigh bells in that surf rock soundtrack? Well, anything can happen when you tune in to the Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast—especially in the very last episode of the year! Our hosts Weiwei Feng (winning top honours for her Christmas sweater), Robert Engels, and Ron Tolido gather with their producer Arne Rossmann by a cozy fireplace…

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Sweet autonomous o'mine 44:48

10M ago44:48

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Autonomous AI isn’t just a futuristic dream—it’s here, and robots are redefining industries. But who would have thought the human touch is so crucial to success? In this electrifying episode, hosts Robert Engels, Weiwei Feng, and Ron Tolido are joined by Kence Anderson, CEO and co-founder of Composabl and author of “Designing Autonomous AI: A Guide…

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What is a Data Warehouse? 29:54

10M ago29:54

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Episode 5 of 6 series in our Data Architecture series. With this episode, we near the end of our 6-part series on data architectures and dive into our first discussion on data warehouses. As the most popular method for storing data for reporting and analytics, data warehouses play a crucial role for growing businesses. However, there’s ongoing deba…

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Your data is good medicine 44:41

11M ago44:41

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Bayer, a global powerhouse with a diverse portfolio spanning pharmaceuticals via consumer health, all the way to crop science. So, what do you get when you have a guest from Bayer discussing data and AI? Even more diverse topics, of course. In this episode, hosts Weiwei Feng, Robert Engels, and Ron Tolido are joined by Mukesh Dubey, Product Managem…

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Douze points for data collaboration? 43:46

11M ago43:46

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Sometimes, language is universal – one could win the Eurovision Song Contest with lyrics like “la-la-la” or “ding-a-dong! But when it comes to sharing data across companies, sectors, and countries, we need a little more than catchy choruses. Enter Gaia-X: a pan-European platform designed to enable trusted, decentralized data sharing and digital eco…

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What is an Operational Data Store? 26:21

11M ago26:21

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Episode 4 of 6 in our Data Architecture series. Welcome to the 4th episode in our 6-part series, where we dive deep into the world of data architecture, breaking down why it matters and how it impacts your business. This week, we’re shining a spotlight on Operational Data Stores, or ODSs—an often-overlooked architecture that can provide real-time i…

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AI’ve got the Blue(s) 41:31

11M ago41:31

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Blue is the new green! Data is key to achieving sustainability goals and a greener planet, but what about a bluer planet? Our guest, Heidi Karlsson, Director of Open Footprint Forum at The Open Group, joins us to ‘dive deep’ into this topic. As a facilitator in creating open data standards for global carbon emission exchange, Heidi shares insights …

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Data Staging 25:29

12M ago25:29

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Episode 3 of 6 in our Data Architecture series. Ready to level up your data game? If your transactional system isn’t providing all the insights you need, it might be time to explore more powerful ways to extract information from your data. In today’s episode, we discuss the simplest way to store data in a database and introduce two essential concep…

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Starting Simple: System of Record Reporting 29:20

12M ago29:20

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Episode 2 of 6 in our Data Architecture series. Like many things, data architectures can range from simple to highly complex. In this episode, Paul and Alex explain what "simple" means when building a reporting and analytics solution for your business. The advancement of business intelligence (BI) tools make system of record (SOR) reporting much mo…

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I put a graph on you 44:51

12M ago44:51

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What’s bigger news in 2025: The Gallagher brothers reuniting Oasis, or generative AI going enterprise scale? Tough call, but we’ll stick with AI for now. Just as Noel Gallagher’s grounded presence is complemented by his rebellious brother Liam, generative AI stands to benefit from Graph technology. Graphs bring context, semantics, and deeper unders…

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Data Architecture: Why You Should Care 29:33

12M ago29:33

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Episode 1 of 6 in our Data Architecture series. Paul and Alex start a series of conversations about the importance of data architecture. While business leaders at growing companies may have limited time to focus on technical issues, Paul and Alex demonstrate the significant value in understanding how different system designs affect outcomes. They d…

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Data diversity is woke 41:51

1y ago41:51

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Get ready for a compelling discussion on diversity in data! Expanding perspectives always uncovers fresh insights and new opportunities—and this is especially true in the world of data. Joining us is Jennifer Belissent, Principal Data Strategist at Snowflake, whose career journey embodies diversity itself. From Peace Corps volunteer to academic res…

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Can Data Give You The Edge? 25:52

1y ago25:52

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Business is all about staying ahead of the competition. Can data give you a competitive edge? People and the decisions they make determine a company’s success. In today’s world of information overload, a data-driven culture is essential to successfully compete. How does data inform your team members’ decisions? If you are thinking about how to leve…

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Your data is a mesh 45:06

1y ago45:06

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Remember the exciting days of data mesh not so long ago? A lot of organizations saw the potential of domain-owned data, federated governance, self-service platforms, and data as a product. Then ChatGPT hit the market, and everybody got distracted. Now the concepts are back, with a vengeance. Our guest of today, Pavel Doležal, indeed acknowledges it…

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Cloud Storage for Data Solutions 32:31

1y ago32:31

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Your data, your choice—where you store it is up to you. While cloud vendors often make compelling pitches, their services come at a cost, and the truth is, it can add up quickly. For mid-market businesses, every dollar counts, and decisions about using the cloud for data storage, infrastructure, computing, integration, and analytics can have a majo…

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Anarchy in the AI 42:55

1y ago42:55

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He was the first to teach an MBA AI course at Harvard Business School. He also wrote a book called ‘AI is a Waste of Money’, and he is the founder and CEO of Aible, a company that focuses on delivering seamless generative AI experiences and autonomous intelligence that chats with you. Would he be an interesting guest to discuss data and AI? We thou…

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Affordable Data Solutions for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses 27:24

1y ago27:24

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Think data solutions are only for big enterprises? Think again. This episode explores how small and mid-sized businesses can build effective data systems without breaking the bank. While technology prices are dropping, overall spending continues to rise—especially in the world of data. Increased data volumes play a role, but there’s more to the sto…

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Trailer 1:39

1y ago1:39

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Tune in to Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast and get insights on creating value from data for your business transformation. Let’s explore the fascinating intersection of data, technology, creativity, and change.By Capgemini

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The Value of a Data Solution 31:47

1y ago31:47

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How do you measure the value of a data solution? How much is a dashboard really worth to your business? ROI, or return on investment, is the go-to metric for evaluating the viability of capital projects. But how does it apply to data projects? While data pipelines and dashboards may not directly generate revenue, they’re crucial for organizing your…

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Success Lies in the Data Team 32:04

1y ago32:04

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What are the roles in a successful data team? In this episode, Paul meets with Alex again to discuss data teams. If all decision-making depends on good information, what's the best way to organize people to manage it? We also reflect on the evolving role of technology. The abundance of technology at our disposal today is not making the role of peop…

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Welcome to More Than Reports 1:48

1y ago1:48

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Welcome to More Than Reports, a podcast for business leaders looking for that edge that will allow their vision to turn into reality. This podcast is a continuation of an audio podcast series I started years ago, Love Your Reports. I have graduated to video now and decided on a name change. On More Than Reports, I will be sharing insights on how da…

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Businesses Depend on Information Systems to Function 32:02

1y ago32:02

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All businesses depend on information systems to function. Are transactional systems sufficient? What about spreadsheets? Are they enough when it comes to producing reports? With so many systems around, should growing companies invest on reporting systems? How far can you get without one? In this episode Paul Felix (founder of LeapFrogBI) explores t…

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Trailer 1:08

1y ago1:08

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Join Paul B. Felix on "More Than Reports," where we offer practical solutions and data-driven results for business leaders. Listen as we: Tackle real-world data challenges Answer questions about data technology Share best practices for managing complex data environments We go beyond the buzz to help you make the most of your data. It's not just abo…

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A Mobile World 18:01

3+ y ago18:01

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A trend that we should all consider is the growing number of nomads. People are increasingly choosing to live a non-traditional mobile lifestyle. What is driving this change? How does this impact our business intelligence solutions? I'll address these questions and more in today's episode. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Emai…

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Categories of Reports 19:42

3+ y ago19:42

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It is helpful to segment reports into categories. Doing so helps in describing the value each report delivers. In today's episode I'll describe the 4 categories of reports and provide examples of each. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul (Founder and Managing Partner, LeapFrogBI):…

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Every Company Uses Business Intelligence 26:55

3+ y ago26:55

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Business Intelligence is often thought to be limited to only large organizations that can afford a team of experts to build elaborate technical solutions. In fact, nearly every company already uses business intelligence no matter how small. There are vast differences in architecture and level of automation, but BI is not optional. Business builders…

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Estimated Effort 31:04

3+ y ago31:04

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How long will it take to build a specific feature into your reporting solution? This is a common question that unfortunately does not have a simple answer. Today we will dive into estimates. The goal is to provide an understanding of the type of work required to complete certain types of requests. This should also explain why certain requests are e…

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What is Business Intelligence 22:21

3+ y ago22:21

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The term "business intelligence" (BI) has been around for quite a while. Unfortunately, there is often confusion as to what exactly BI means. Today I'm going explore some top vendor definitions of BI and provide my own perspective. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul (Founder and …

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Rigorous Testing Leads to Trust 27:11

3+ y ago27:11

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This week I'm revisiting a prior topic; Trust. Everything we are doing to build reportopia hinges on business users trusting the reports being provided. In this episode I'll break down one critical component of building trust; testing. With a focus on business users' role, I'll cover the testing process and discuss some of the challenges we must ov…

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Exception Reports 16:44

3+ y ago16:44

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Exception reports identify situations that are out of range or unexpected. Today I'll cover a few types of exception reports and discuss how they can be useful. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul (Founder and Managing Partner, LeapFrogBI): LinkedIn Watch on YouTube: LeapFrogBI - …

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Organizational Alignment 24:25

3+ y ago24:25

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As organizations grow it is increasingly important for everyone to understand goals, know how to measure progress, and monitor performance. Reporting which includes the ability to drill down from company level to all lower levels can aid greatly. Today we will step through a typical scenario, forecasted sales, but the same concept can be applied br…

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Do You Need A Data Warehouse? 25:45

3+ y ago25:45

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Data warehouses can be extremely valuable. Before taking the plunge, it is important to determine whether a data warehouse is a good fit for your organization. Do you have a data driven culture? Do you consider your reporting solution to be a project or a business function? Today we will cover these important questions and others in hopes of helpin…

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Types of Insurance Reporting 24:10

3+ y ago24:10

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Insurance carriers, MGA/MGU, and agencies have a wide array of reporting needs. Today we will cover some of the most common types of reporting our insurance client have found valuable. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul (Founder and Managing Partner, LeapFrogBI): LinkedIn Watch o…

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Let's Talk Requirements 28:19

3+ y ago28:19

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As business managers and process owners, you will likely be interviewed in an effort to understand the requirements for capturing value opportunities. Today we will step through some of the questions you may encounter during this interview. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul (Fou…

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A Day in the Life 19:22

3+ y ago19:22

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This episode takes a bit of a detour. I'll cover company announcements then provide an overview of what a day looks like at LeapFrogBI. This may be interesting for those of you considering taking on the challenge of building your own Reportopia. Interested in being a guest or have a suggested topic? Email me at [email protected] Connect with Paul…

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Can Power BI do it all? 28:57

3+ y ago28:57

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Many companies start their journey to Reportopia thinking they will use Power BI to build their entire solution. Meaning - Power BI will connect to one or more data sources, consume data, apply business rules, and present data visualizations. We call this type of solution Direct System of Record Reporting. No additional data solution is in use maki…