Data Visualization with Microsoft Power BI

Businesses now hold more data than ever, and turning it into clear, usable information through visualisation can lead to better decisions. This practical guide shows data analysts, and professionals in finance, sales, and marketing, how to create visualisations quickly and build effective dashboards in Microsoft Power BI.

The authors, Alex Kolokolov of Data2Speak and Maxim Zelensky of Intelligent Business, explain in plain language how to produce polished charts and follow good practice for corporate reporting. No technical background is needed. Step-by-step instructions show how to set up any chart in a few clicks and steer clear of common errors, while experienced analysts will find tips for adding advanced visuals to their reports.

The book covers the basic rules for the classic charts used in about 90 percent of business reports, along with exceptions drawn from real business cases. It also deals with best practices for dashboard design, setting up interactions correctly, preparing data for advanced visuals, and avoiding the traps that come with eye-catching charts.