Power BI: Integration with SAP and AI-Driven Reporting Training Course

Introduction

• Overview of Power BI and its role in data analysis for government operations
• Understanding the integration of Power BI with SAP and AI tools to enhance data-driven decision-making
• Key benefits of using Power BI for business intelligence in public sector organizations
• Exploring real-world use cases and applications of Power BI for government agencies

Data Analysis Fundamentals for Decision-Making

• Introduction to data analysis principles and methodologies
• Identifying relevant business data for government operations
• Data interpretation and analytics techniques for public sector organizations
• Applying data analysis for problem-solving in government contexts
• Building data-driven arguments to support policy and operational decisions

Installing and Configuring Power BI

• Downloading and installing Power BI Desktop for government use
• Setting up Power BI Service and understanding licensing options for government agencies
• Configuring initial workspace and user settings to meet governmental standards
• Connecting Power BI to cloud and on-premise data sources used by public sector entities

Data Connection and Import

• Connecting to common data sources (Excel, SQL, Web, etc.) for government datasets
• Connecting Power BI to SAP Business One for integrated governmental data management
• Importing data into Power BI from various government databases and systems
• Using Power Query for data cleaning and transformation in public sector applications

Data Modeling in Power BI

• Fundamental data modeling concepts for government data structures
• Creating and managing relationships between tables to support governmental reporting
• Adding measures to Power BI models to enhance analytical capabilities for government use
• Creating calculated columns and tables to refine government data
• Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for advanced government analytics
• Writing DAX formulas in Power BI using AI tools like ChatGPT/Copilot for efficient model creation
• Leveraging AI to create efficient data models tailored for government needs (ChatGPT)

Creating Visualizations and Dashboards

• Types of visualizations in Power BI suitable for government reporting
• Creating charts, tables, and interactive reports for public sector presentations
• Applying report filters in Power BI to ensure data accuracy for government stakeholders
• Using AI tools like Copilot for efficient dashboard creation tailored to government requirements
• Customizing visualizations and dashboard layouts to meet governmental standards
• Best practices for data storytelling in a public sector context

Publishing and Sharing Dashboards

• Publishing reports to Power BI Service for secure government access
• Exporting dashboards to different formats and enabling web sharing for governmental transparency

Best Practices and Optimization

• Optimizing data models and visualizations for efficient performance in government applications
• Solving common performance issues in Power BI for government datasets
• Updating and maintaining reports to ensure up-to-date information for government use
• Managing workspaces and semantic models in Power BI to support governmental operations
• Exam preparation tips for the "Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate" certification, relevant for government data analysts

Summary and Next Steps