Questions
What is Microsoft business intelligence?
What core technologies make up the Microsoft business intelligence solutions?
How do I get started researching business intelligence solutions?
How can I learn more about Microsoft business intelligence solutions?
Who are Microsoft business intelligence solutions customers?
How can I contact someone at Microsoft about business intelligence solutions?
Answers
Q: What is Microsoft business intelligence?
A: Microsoft business intelligence can be defined as the Microsoft products and technologies designed to help IT departments and business users make informed business decisions. The complete list of Microsoft business intelligence solutions can be found here. The Microsoft business intelligence products and technologies were designed to interoperate seamlessly from the beginning, with each product and technology contributing to better decision making in a different way.
Q: What core technologies make up the Microsoft business intelligence solutions?
A: Microsoft SQL Server serves as the foundational layer of Microsoft business intelligence technologies. The 2007 Microsoft Office system provides the front-end environment, and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 is the delivery mechanism for business intelligence across the desktop, mobile device, and Web.
Q:How do I get started researching business intelligence solutions?
A: The first step is understanding what your organization really needs from a business intelligence solution. You can start with the BI Assessment Tool. In 15 to 20 minutes, you will understand where your organization falls in terms of infrastructure and industry best practices.
Q:How can I learn more about Microsoft business intelligence solutions?
A: This Web site contains a Resource Center, which contains the latest white papers, demos, videos, podcasts, and other information available regarding Microsoft business intelligence solutions. Next, if you’d like to speak with a Microsoft Certified Partner who specializes in business intelligence, visit the partner page on this Web site for more information. Finally, you can use the information on the contact page to contact Microsoft directly.
Q:Who are Microsoft business intelligence solutions customers?
A: Microsoft and Microsoft partners implement business intelligence solutions across all industries around the world. There are several case studies featured on this Web site that detail the business benefits our customers are receiving as a result of using our solutions.
Q:How can I contact someone at Microsoft about business intelligence solutions?
A: The Microsoft business intelligence contact page contains the information you need to get in touch with a Microsoft representative to discuss your business intelligence needs and questions.
