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Semantic model sprawl is a symptom, not the disease

29 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Semantic model sprawl is a symptom, not the disease

Semantic model sprawl isn't caused by having too many Power BI models. It's caused by having too many competing definitions of the business. Fix the numbers everyone trusts, and the model count largely takes care of itself.

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The semantic model finally has its moment

14 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

The semantic model finally has its moment

Eighteen months ago I presented a talk called "Why a Semantic Model is the LLM's Best Data Source." It wasn't a contentious position in

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Unlocking Efficiency: A Look at Power BI's Enhanced Report Format (PBIR)

29 Jun 2024 · 2 min read

Unlocking Efficiency: A Look at Power BI's Enhanced Report Format (PBIR)

Explore Microsoft's new PBIR format in Power BI Desktop, designed to enhance report efficiency, streamline collaboration, and support automation for developers.

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IBCS Styled Charts in Power BI

25 Feb 2024 · 2 min read

IBCS Styled Charts in Power BI

With the February 2024 update to Power BI, we finally got Visual Calculations (blog post coming no doubt), but something that got overlooked were some minor updates to existing visualisations.

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Power BI

29 Sep 2023 · 4 min read

Why Power BI Project files are an important step forward for Microsoft

Power BI: Version control for your files. Collaborate, experiment, and track changes with ease. With Power BI’s new file format, you can easily keep track of every modification made to your files, including who made the change and when.

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My Top 10 Power BI 'Best Practice' Tips

24 Sep 2023 · 5 min read

My Top 10 Power BI 'Best Practice' Tips

Are you looking to get the most out of Power BI? There are a number of steps you can take to ensure success with Power BI. To help you on your journey, I've compiled some of my top tips for getting the most out of this powerful business intelligence tool.

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The Importance of a Date Table in your Data Model

12 Sep 2023 · 5 min read

The Importance of a Date Table in your Data Model

To maximise data analysis capabilities in Power BI, consider creating a dedicated date table in your data model. While Power BI's built-in features are convenient, they have limitations. A separate date table offers flexibility for custom scenarios and deeper insights.

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An Introduction to DAX

21 Mar 2023 · 5 min read

An Introduction to DAX

Behind the scenes of Power BI lies a language called Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), which is used to manipulate data within the application. In this blog post, we’ll take a deep dive into DAX and explore how it can help you make better business decisions.

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Using Power BI for your business

8 Dec 2022 · 3 min read

Using Power BI for your business

Using Power BI for a small business can help the company gain a better understanding of its data, customers, and market, and make more informed decisions.

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Excel vs. Power BI - which one you should use

7 Dec 2022 · 2 min read

Excel vs. Power BI - which one you should use

Both are powerful tools for analysing and presenting data. However, they have different strengths and capabilities, and choosing the right tool for your needs can be a challenging decision. Let's compare Excel and Power BI to help you decide which one is right for you.

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Power BI: DAX - Calculated Measures & Columns

8 Nov 2022 · 3 min read

Power BI: DAX - Calculated Measures & Columns

Choosing between calculated columns and calculated measures. They may look similar, but there’s a big difference between calculated columns and measures. Let’s see what they’re about.

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