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Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services

Ambridge Ventures Limited  ❘ Commercial

Unlock the Power of Data Analysis with Excel Cube Formula Reporting

Boris Weber

Excel Cube Formula Reporting revolutionizes how businesses utilize Microsoft Analysis Services to gain insightful data analysis and reporting capabilities, making complex data interpretation effortless.
2025 Editor's Rating
If you use Microsoft Excel to analyze data from:
  • Microsoft Analysis Services Multidimensional
  • Microsoft Analysis Services Tabular
  • Oracle OLAP (using Simba Technologies' MDX Provider for Oracle OLAP)
  • Teradata OLAP Connector
then read on to learn about one of Excel's best kept secrets. You love the slice, dice, pivot and drill that PivotTables afford but you are frustrated by their limitations of placement and formatting (ever tried inserting a column in the middle of a PivotTable or moving just part of it?). You want to build reports that are dynamically linked to your database but you want to place your report sections in the worksheet precisely where you want them. The solution to your problem is Cube Formula Reports. Still part of Excel, they use CUBE functions that can be positioned almost anywhere in a worksheet, just like any other Excel functions. And just like Excel functions you leverage your existing Excel skills; no new products to learn. Data and presentation (your Excel report) remain separated, drastically reducing the potential for spreadsheet hell; report users that access a central database all retrieve the same version of the truth. Building Dynamic Reports and Dashboards with Excel Cube Functions is a self-paced multi-media training course that is your express chairlift up the cube function learning curve. The course media provide instruction to suit your learning style and comprise:
  • Learning Guide (PDF over 90 pages)
  • 40 short, digestible videos
  • 7 annotated workbook examples that you can re-use
  • Sample database in local cube files
You will get off and running, developing reports quickly getting 80% of the results with 20% of the effort. In subsequent sections you will learn how to:
  • Make your reports more robust, easier to maintain, and re-usable
  • Add drop-down lists to make report parameter selection easy for users
  • Add functionality to check key report numbers and display alerts if numbers don't tie
  • Use Excel's built-in graphic capabilities to create dynamic dashboards that convey at a glance the values, trend and status of your KPIs, pulled from your centrally-stored data
  • Automate report printing using VBA macros
  • Debug formulas, work with nested dimensions, member properties, multiple data sources, add additional data rows and columns to existing reports
  • Tips to convert legacy "copy/paste/re-key" reports to cube formula reports
  • Set up your reports so they remain dynamic when published to Excel Services in SharePoint
  • Generally leverage Excel's functionality and your skills to enhance your reports and dashboards and the report reader's experience
Contain software and training costs by capitalizing on your existing Excel knowledge and software investment. Order Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services now. (Download is large and may take several minutes). MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: If, within one year of your purchase of this course, you are not completely satisfied with it Excelcraft will refund the amount you paid in full.

Overview

Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services is a Commercial software in the category Business developed by Ambridge Ventures Limited.

The latest version of Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services is currently unknown. It was initially added to our database on 05/23/2013.

Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Excel Cube Formula Reporting with Microsoft Analysis Services has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

  • Powerful integration with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • Enables users to create complex data queries using cube formulas.
  • Leverages Microsoft Analysis Services, providing robust data modeling capabilities.
  • User-friendly interface allows for easy navigation and data manipulation.
  • Supports real-time data updates from the underlying data sources, enhancing accuracy in reporting.
  • Highly customizable reporting options, tailored to specific business needs.

Cons

  • Requires a solid understanding of both Excel and OLAP concepts, which may present a learning curve for new users.
  • Limited support for non-Microsoft environments, reducing flexibility in some enterprise settings.
  • Performance can be an issue with extremely large datasets or complex calculations.
  • Licensing costs associated with Microsoft Analysis Services can be a barrier for some organizations.
  • Dependency on other Microsoft products may limit use for users who prefer alternative software ecosystems.

FAQ

What is Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Excel Cube Formula Reporting is a feature that allows users to create reports in Excel by querying data from Microsoft Analysis Services cubes using MDX formulas.

How can I access Excel Cube Formula Reporting in Excel?

To access the Cube Formula features in Excel, go to the Data tab, click on Get Data, select From Database, and then choose From Analysis Services.

What is Microsoft Analysis Services?

Microsoft Analysis Services is a multidimensional and data mining tool in Microsoft SQL Server that provides online analytical processing (OLAP) and data mining functionalities for business intelligence applications.

What type of data sources can be queried using Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Excel Cube Formula Reporting can query data from multidimensional databases, such as those created with Microsoft Analysis Services or other OLAP technologies.

Can I customize the visuals and formatting of reports created with Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Yes, users can customize the visuals and formatting of reports by using Excel's formatting and charting features after pulling in data using Cube Formulas.

Is it possible to schedule automatic data refreshes for reports created with Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Yes, users can set up automatic data refresh schedules to ensure their reports are always up-to-date by leveraging Excel's refresh options.

Are there any limitations to the amount of data that can be pulled in using Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

The amount of data that can be pulled in using Cube Formulas may be limited by factors such as the capabilities of the Analysis Services server and network constraints.

Can I use formulas and calculations within Excel when working with Cube Formula Reporting?

Yes, users can combine Cube Formulas with Excel formulas to perform calculations and derive insights from the data pulled in from Analysis Services cubes.

Is training available for users who want to learn more about Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Ambridge Ventures Limited offers training resources and support for users who want to enhance their skills in leveraging Cube Formulas for reporting and analysis.

How can I troubleshoot common issues when working with Excel Cube Formula Reporting?

Users encountering issues with Cube Formulas can refer to documentation, online resources, or seek assistance from support services provided by Ambridge Ventures Limited.


Boris Weber

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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