In the competitive business environment organizations face, timely and accurate reporting can make a tangible difference. For this reason, Michael Wiley, senior product manager of insightsoftware, recently presented a webinar highlighting the practical elements of a new solution designed to transform Oracle reporting landscapes. By integrating Angles – a web-based reporting and dashboarding solution – with Spreadsheet Server, an Excel-based interface, insightsoftware offers a powerful way to streamline reporting and data sharing.
“Our platform empowers users to interact with live, dynamic data,” Wiley explained. “Whether you prefer web-based dashboards or Excel spreadsheets, this solution provides a unified experience, eliminating the need for data exports or manual processes.” This innovation builds up on pre-built content and dashboards, enabling rapid implementation and real-time data visualization.
Some of the key Angles benefits that organizations can take advantage of include:
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Centralized Business Views: Business Views act as predefined queries that can aggregate data across multiple tables and sources. “You don’t need technical ERP knowledge to use them,” Wiley emphasized. These views can allow for easy access and the ability to analyze and customize reports for different business needs.
Flexibility and Scalability: With its dual interface, the platform caters to diverse user preferences. Excel enthusiasts can pull live data into spreadsheets, while others can explore insights through interactive web dashboards. This flexibility supports scaling to larger user groups without compromising security or efficiency.
Integration Across Multiple Data Sources: The solution supports various ERPs, including Oracle E-Business Suite and Oracle ERP Cloud, with ongoing plans to expand compatibility. This broad connectivity ensures seamless integration into existing ecosystems.
Pre-Built Content for Quick Start: The platform includes ready-to-use dashboards and reports, delivering immediate value. “Our pre-built business views offer a jumpstart to tracking KPIs and making informed decisions,” Wiley said.
By unifying data and delivering actionable insights in both web and Excel formats, insightsoftware’s solution can address critical pain points in reporting. As he concluded, “This isn’t just about better reporting, it’s about empowering users to leverage data where they need it, how they need it.”
What it means for ERP Insiders
Insightsoftware has introduced an innovative solution that redefines Oracle reporting landscapes by integrating Angles, a web-based reporting and dashboarding tool, with Spreadsheet Server, an Excel-based interface. This combination provides a unified platform for real-time data visualization and streamlined reporting processes.
Some key features of this solution are:
- Centralized Business Views: Predefined queries aggregate data from multiple tables and sources, enabling easy access and customizable reports without requiring advanced ERP technical knowledge.
- Flexibility and Scalability: A dual interface caters to diverse user preferences, whether through Excel spreadsheets or web dashboards, ensuring seamless scaling without compromising security or efficiency.
- Integration Across Data Sources: Compatible with Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle ERP Cloud, and more, the platform ensures smooth integration into existing systems with plans for expanded connectivity.
- Pre-Built Content for Quick Start: Ready-to-use dashboards and reports provide immediate value, facilitating faster tracking of KPIs and decision-making processes.
By delivering actionable insights and enabling users to interact with live data in their preferred format, this solution addresses critical reporting challenges while empowering businesses to maximize their data potential.
