Professional Microsoft Powerpivot for Excel and Sharepoint

by Sivakumar Harinath, Ron Pihlgren, Denny Guang-Yeu Lee

SQL Server "Gemini" brings the power of Microsoft's business intelligence tools to the desktopSelf-service business intelligence today augments traditional BI methods, allowing faster response time and greater flexibility. If you're a business decision-maker who uses Microsoft Office or an IT professional responsible for deploying and managing your organization's business intelligence systems, this guide will help you make the most of SQL Server 2008 "Gemini."Featuring insights and tips from the team that built the product, it offers a head start on mastering the features of "Gemini." The companion Web site includes all the sample applications and reports discussed."Gemini" brings the power of Microsoft's business intelligence tools to Microsoft Office 2010This book uses the insight of the team that built the product to give business decision-makers and IT professionals the fast track to getting the most from the new technologyCovers in-memory BI server technology, the Data Analytics eXpressions (DAX) language, Report Gallery, and automatic data updates from sources including SharePoint lists and Google DocsWalks you through examples that show how to leverage the power of self-service business intelligenceYou'll learn to use Gemini with Excel and SharePoint to improve your business intelligence system.

388 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2010