Connect Microsoft Dynamics NAV to Power BI - Enterprise Data Analytics & Real-time Insights
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Why CData for Dynamics NAV Power BI Connectivity
Break free from data loading limitations of Dynamics NAV reporting in Power BI. Easily connect Microsoft Power BI with live Dynamics NAV data for up-to-date visual analysis and reporting.
High-performance Dynamics NAV Connectivity
Eliminate Dynamics NAV performance & query speed issues in minutes
Large datasets often slow down reports and dashboards in Power BI due to its in-memory model. However, CData's Power BI Connector for Dynamics NAV overcomes these challenges with advanced query optimization and Direct Query support. By leveraging Direct Query, you can avoid loading your entire Dynamics NAV dataset into local memory and instead benefit from efficient server-side processing.
Breakthrough Power BI data volume and storage limits
Power BI Pro imposes a 1GB dataset size limit, and even Premium workspaces have constraints on query performance. The CData Power BI Connector supports Direct Query, reducing the amount of data retrieved when analyzing Dynamics NAV data. Instead of loading the entire Dynamics NAV dataset, only the necessary subset of query results is returned for your reports, optimizing performance and efficiency.
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Comprehensive Dynamics NAV data and metadata discovery
Find the Dynamics NAV data you need for reports — fast and easy.
The Dynamics NAV Connector provides full access to both data and metadata, enabling efficient automated data exploration and discovery. It features intelligent row scanning, type detection, relationship mapping, and support for unstructured data. These capabilities allow Power BI to recognize data fields without the need for casting or conversion, making it easier and faster for users to create meaningful reports.
Simplify report development with SQL-like querying
Certain data sources, such as Dynamics NAV and other NoSQL databases, lack native support for SQL-like queries, often requiring data transformation before use in Power BI. CData simplifies this process with a built-in SQL transformation layer that automatically translates SQL queries into real-time data source calls. This enables seamless Dynamics NAV integration, making it as straightforward as connecting to a traditional relational database.
Live Dynamics NAV reporting. No ETL Required
Mitigate security & compliance risks vs. other integrations
CData's live Power BI connectivity for Dynamics NAV overcomes the challenges associated with traditional integration methods like ETL and local data replication. Unlike data replication, live querying enhances security and compliance by eliminating risks such as data staleness, inconsistency, and corruption. It also reduces exposure from overprivileged access and delayed revocation while minimizing the attack surface created by duplicate copies. Additionally, live connectivity simplifies regulatory compliance by ensuring better adherence to data residency, retention policies, and auditability requirements.
Native Power BI Gateway and Power Platform support
Dynamics NAV Power BI Connector supports the use from Power BI Gateway. Power BI on-premises gateway allows publish and auto-refresh the data set in your Power BI Desktop to Power BI cloud and other Microsoft Power Platform services such as Power Apps and Power Automate.
Connect Power BI to Dynamics NAV
Watch the video overview for a first hand look at how easy it is to connect Power BI to live data from Dynamics NAV with CData.
- Leverage Direct Query capabilities to enhance analytics performance for large Dynamics NAV data sets.
- Extensive schema discovery capabilities for every data source. Explore tables, columns, keys, and other data constructs based on user identity.
- Easily connect Power BI directly with complex data structures through flexible and extensible flattening.
- Deploy Power BI reports that automatically refresh on-prem or to the cloud.
- And more!
Frequent Dynamics NAV Power BI Connectivity questions
Common questions about integrating Dynamics NAV with Microsoft Power BI.
Does Dynamics NAV support Power BI?
Dynamics NAV doesn't natively integrate with Power BI, but CData Power BI Connectors for Dynamics NAV enable seamless Dynamics NAV analytics and reporting. Our connectors provide real-time, direct access to Dynamics NAV 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.
How do I connect to Dynamics NAV from Power BI?
Moving data from Dynamics NAV to Power BI doesn't have to be difficult. The Dynamics NAV Power BI Connector enables real-time, direct Power BI Dynamics NAV connectivity, eliminating complex ETL.
How It Works
- Install the PowerBI Dynamics NAV connector and open Power BI Desktop.
- Connect via Get Data > More > CData Dynamics NAV using your credentials to connect Dynamics NAV 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 Dynamics NAV integration, CData simplifies Dynamics NAV bi, analytics and reporting. For more information, read the Power BI Dynamics NAV Connector getting started guide.
What are the advantages of using the CData Dynamics NAV data Connector for Power BI?
The CData Dynamics NAV Connector offers key advantages for seamless Dynamics NAV Power BI integration:
- Dynamics NAV Real-Time Analytics (DirectQuery): Live, direct query access to Dynamics NAV data in Power BI eliminates extracts and refreshes. This is especially powerful for working with large Dynamics NAV 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 Dynamics NAV information.
- Performance & Scalability: Optimized queries ensure fast data retrieval and handle growing data volumes efficiently. Even with massive datasets, the CData connectors make Dynamics NAV PowerBI integration fast and reliable.
- Comprehensive Data Access: The Dynamics NAV BI connector provides comprehensive access to Dynamics NAV Data and Dynamics NAV metadata, empowering you to understand the structure of your data and build more robust and accurate reports. This deep Dynamics NAV metadata integration simplifies data discovery and ensures your Power BI reports accurately reflect the meaning and context of your Dynamics NAV data.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: The Dynamics NAV PowerBI connector supports modern security standards and enterprise authentication methods, making it easier to comply with security policies.
Ultimately, the Dynamics NAV to Power BI connector delivers fast, secure, and customizable access to Dynamics NAV in Power BI for analytics and reporting.
How does the CData Dynamics NAV connector work with Power BI Service?
Yes, all of our connectors support connecting Microsoft Power BI and Dynamics NAV 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 Dynamics NAV help file.
Where can I download the Dynamics NAV Connector for Power BI?
All of the CData Power BI Connectors for PowerBI Dynamics NAV integration are freely available for download online. A 30-day trial of the Dynamics NAV Connector download can be found alongside other supported Dynamics NAV integration technologies like ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, SQL Server SSIS, and more.
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