Microsoft Dataverse Power BI Connector

Easily connect Microsoft Power BI with live Microsoft Dataverse (CDS) data for up-to-date visual analysis and reporting.

  • Real-Time Data Access (DirectQuery)
  • Full Metadata Discovery
  • Robust SQL-92 Support

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Connect Microsoft Power BI to Microsoft Dataverse (CDS)

Our Power BI Connectors support a new era of real-time analytics. The Microsoft Dataverse Connector for Power BI has been engineered and optimized for live access to Microsoft Dataverse (CDS) data.

Full Metadata Discovery

The Microsoft Dataverse Connector exposes rich metadata, critical for automated data exploration and discovery. Includes intelligent rowscan, type detection, relationship exploration and support for unstructured data.

Robust SQL-92 Engine

Built on a rich SQL-92 engine with support for bulk operations, push-down, client functions, and aggregation, our connectors seamlessly handle even the most complex queries from modern BI & Reporting.

Unmatched Performance

With optimized performance down to the socket level, our connectors offer unmatched performance. Read and write speeds over twice as fast as other SaaS, NoSQL & Big Data connectivity solutions.

Complex Query Processing

The CData Microsoft Dataverse Connector contains an embedded SQL Engine that pushes supported SQL operations to the data source and processes unsupported operations client-side (Query Folding).

  • Issue complex queries using SQL-92 compliant operations and clauses.
  • Leverage server-side data processing for supported operations.
  • Build new relationships and custom datasets.

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High-Performance Data Delivery

Our Microsoft Dataverse Power BI Connector is capable of delivering exceptional real-time data access. All of our Power BI Connectors are based on a highly-efficient query engine that has been optimized down to the socket level with streaming and compression capabilities.

  • Enable real-time analytics through unmatched data processing.
  • Request data as quickly as possible using server-side paging and bulk capabilities.

Frequent Microsoft Dataverse Power BI Connectivity questions

Common questions about integrating Microsoft Dataverse with Microsoft Power BI.

Microsoft Dataverse doesn't natively integrate with Power BI, but CData Power BI Connectors for Microsoft Dataverse enable seamless Microsoft Dataverse analytics and reporting. Our connectors provide real-time, direct access to Microsoft Dataverse data in Power BI, allowing you to build dynamic dashboards without complex ETL processes. With CData, you get secure, high-performance connectivity for better insights.

Moving data from Microsoft Dataverse to Power BI doesn't have to be difficult. The Microsoft Dataverse Power BI Connector enables real-time, direct Power BI Microsoft Dataverse connectivity, eliminating complex ETL.

How It Works

  • Install the PowerBI Microsoft Dataverse connector and open Power BI Desktop.
  • Connect via Get Data > More > CData Microsoft Dataverse using your credentials to connect Microsoft Dataverse and Power BI.
  • Access live data, run SQL queries, and build dynamic dashboards.
  • Publish reports to Power BI Service for seamless sharing.

That's all there is to it. With secure, high-performance Power BI Microsoft Dataverse integration, CData simplifies Microsoft Dataverse bi, analytics and reporting. For more information, read the Power BI Microsoft Dataverse Connector getting started guide.

The CData Microsoft Dataverse Connector offers key advantages for seamless Microsoft Dataverse Power BI integration:

  • Microsoft Dataverse Real-Time Analytics (DirectQuery): Live, direct query access to Microsoft Dataverse data in Power BI eliminates extracts and refreshes. This is especially powerful for working with large Microsoft Dataverse datasets, as it allows you to analyze massive amounts of data without the limitations of in-memory processing. DirectQuery ensures your reports always reflect the latest Microsoft Dataverse information.
  • Performance & Scalability: Optimized queries ensure fast data retrieval and handle growing data volumes efficiently. Even with massive datasets, the CData connectors make Microsoft Dataverse PowerBI integration fast and reliable.
  • Comprehensive Data Access: The Microsoft Dataverse BI connector provides comprehensive access to Microsoft Dataverse Data and Microsoft Dataverse metadata, empowering you to understand the structure of your data and build more robust and accurate reports. This deep Microsoft Dataverse metadata integration simplifies data discovery and ensures your Power BI reports accurately reflect the meaning and context of your Microsoft Dataverse data.
  • Enterprise-Grade Security: The Microsoft Dataverse PowerBI connector supports modern security standards and enterprise authentication methods, making it easier to comply with security policies.

Ultimately, the Microsoft Dataverse to Power BI connector delivers fast, secure, and customizable access to Microsoft Dataverse in Power BI for analytics and reporting.

Yes, all of our connectors support connecting Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Dataverse integration from Power BI Service by using the Microsoft Power BI Gateway. Instructions for installing and configuring the Power BI Gateway are available in the online Microsoft Dataverse help file.

Alternatively, for customers unable to use the Microsoft Power BI Gateway should consider the CData Connect Cloud Power BI Client for real-time integration with Microsoft Dataverse. With CData Connect Cloud, there is no need to install individual connectors in order to connect Power BI to Microsoft Dataverse. Easily build visualizations in Power BI that are powered by live data, without installing any new software or 3rd party connectors.

Find out more about connecting Microsoft Dataverse to Power BI Service.

All of the CData Power BI Connectors for PowerBI Microsoft Dataverse integration are freely available for download online. A 30-day trial of the Microsoft Dataverse Connector download can be found alongside other supported Microsoft Dataverse integration technologies like ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, SQL Server SSIS, and more.

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Building custom dashboards & reports that connect with live Microsoft Dataverse data has never been easier. Download the CData Power BI Connector for Microsoft Dataverse now, and get connected.


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