Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have long been marketed as tools to streamline business operations and provide end-to-end visibility. However, when it comes to reporting, many companies find that their ERP systems fall short. Traditional ERP reporting tools often fail to deliver real-time insights, customizable dashboards, or advanced analytics capabilities, leading to inefficiencies and delays in decision-making.

In today’s data-driven world, advanced reporting is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a necessity. Businesses need accurate, timely, and easily accessible data to make informed decisions quickly. This is where Jet Analytics, a solution built specifically for ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics comes into play.

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  What is Jet Analytics? A Powerful BI Tool for Dynamics Users

Jet Analytics is a business intelligence (BI) and reporting solution developed by InsightSoftware, designed to help businesses extract, analyze, and visualize data from multiple sources, especially ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365, NAV, and AX.

Key Features:

• Automated BI Processes – Enables users to create data warehouses and models without coding.
• Seamless Integration with Microsoft Dynamics – Connects directly to popular ERP systems.
• User-Friendly Interface – Provides dynamic reports and dashboards via Excel, Power BI, or web.
• Fast Data Queries – Optimized for handling large datasets efficiently.
• Secure and Scalable – Supports user permissions and data access control.

Benefits:

• Saves time and effort in data collection and processing.
• Enables data-driven decision-making.
• Reduces reliance on IT for reporting and analytics.
• Improves business performance and transparency.

Jet Analytics is ideal for companies looking to simplify reporting and analytics without heavy technical investment.

ERP Reporting: Where It Falls Short

Despite the promise of seamless data management, many ERP systems struggle with reporting capabilities. Here are some common limitations of built-in ERP reporting tools:

Lack of Real-Time Data Access

Traditional ERP systems often deal with data in batches, meaning users are left with outdated information. Decisions based on delayed data can result in missed opportunities or incorrect conclusions.

Customization Requires Technical Expertise

For businesses to extract value from their ERP, they often need custom reports that fit their specific needs. However, customizing reports in ERP systems usually requires coding skills or BI consultants, both of which can be costly and time-consuming.

Manual Report Generation

Many ERP systems still rely on manual data extraction and report creation, which not only increases the time to generate insights but also leaves room for human error.

Hidden Costs

To overcome these limitations, many businesses end up hiring BI consultants or investing in external business intelligence tools. These costs quickly add up, draining resources that could be better spent elsewhere.

Poor Query Performance

ERP systems often struggle with querying large datasets efficiently. Complex queries or multi-dimensional analyses can lead to significant delays or system slowdowns, making real-time analytics nearly impossible.

Lacks Advanced Analytics

Built-in ERP reporting tools typically lack advanced analytics features like predictive modeling, trend analysis, or data visualization options. This limits users to static, historical reports without the ability to uncover deeper insights or forecast future trends.

What is Jet Analytics and Jet Reports?

The Jet Suite is a robust reporting solution that includes Jet Reports, Jet Analytics, and Jet Hub. This suite is designed to overcome the inherent limitations of ERP reporting tools by allowing users to create comprehensive reports and dashboards in just minutes. And, unlike traditional ERP reporting, Jet Suite doesn't require technical expertise to use.

Jet Suite offers a fully integrated reporting solution tailored to work seamlessly with Microsoft Dynamics ERP systems like NAV, GP, Business Central, and F&O, offering businesses access to real-time, customizable reports without the need for third-party BI consultants.

Why Integrate Jet Analytics with ERP?

Integrating Jet Suite with your ERP system can revolutionize your business reporting by providing key advantages over traditional methods:

Enhanced Data Accuracy

Jet Analytics pulls real-time data directly from your ERP system, ensuring that your reports are always up-to-date and accurate. This eliminates the risks associated with outdated information and reduces the potential for errors in decision-making.

Streamlined Reporting Processes

With Jet Suite, you can automate many of the manual processes involved in report generation. This streamlined workflow allows users to create complex reports in minutes without relying on IT or external BI consultants, saving valuable time and money.

Real-Time Insights

Access to real-time data is crucial for making informed business decisions. Jet Suite delivers this by offering up-to-the-minute data from your ERP system, allowing businesses to react swiftly to changes in their operational environment.

Optimized Data Models

Jet Analytics creates optimized data models tailored to your ERP system, reducing query processing times and improving report performance. By leveraging pre-aggregated data and intelligently structured cubes, users can analyze large datasets quickly without overloading the ERP database, ensuring smooth system operations and faster insights.

Customizable Reporting

Jet’s user-friendly interface allows non-technical users to create, customized reports and dashboards tailored to their specific needs. Whether it's financial, operational, or sales data, Jet Suite allows you to display the data that matters most to your business in a format that is easy to understand and act upon.

Key Features of Jet Analytics Integration with ERP

When integrated with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics, Jet Suite offers several standout features that make it a powerful tool for businesses looking to enhance their reporting capabilities:

Seamless Data Integration

Jet Suite integrates directly with Microsoft Dynamics ERP, providing a smooth and uninterrupted flow of data between systems.

Advanced Reporting Templates

Jet provides a library of pre-built reporting templates that can be easily modified to suit your business needs. These templates allow users to get up and run quickly without starting from scratch.

Real-Time Data Access

With Jet, users gain immediate access to real-time data, ensuring they always have the latest information at their fingertips.

User-Friendly Interface

Jet's intuitive interface means that even non-technical users can build powerful reports and dashboards without needing IT support.

Benefits of Integration

By integrating Jet Suite with your ERP system, your business stands to benefit in several ways:

Time Saving

Jet Suite’s automated reporting features reduce the amount of time spent manually creating reports. This means that employees can focus on more strategic tasks, such as analyzing data and making informed business decisions, rather than spending hours on manual data entry and report generation.

Cost Efficiency

With Jet Suite, there’s no need for expensive BI consultants or external reporting tools. The solution provides all the functionality you need to generate reports in-house, reducing costs significantly.

Greater Accuracy and Reliability

Thanks to real-time data access, Jet Suite ensures that your reports are always accurate and reliable. This eliminates the guesswork involved in decision-making and helps you avoid costly mistakes.

Scalability and Flexibility

Jet Suite is scalable to meet the needs of growing businesses. As your company expands, Jet grows with you, offering the flexibility to adapt to your changing reporting needs.

Future-Proof Your ERP: Reporting Trends and Insights

The future of ERP reporting is moving towards real-time, self-service BI, and predictive analytics. Tools like Jet Analytics are essential for businesses looking to stay ahead in this data-driven world. With trends like AI-driven analytics, predictive reporting, and cloud-based solutions on the rise, Jet Suite is well-positioned to help businesses future-proof their ERP reporting processes.

Integrating Jet Analytics with your ERP system can transform how your business handles reporting. By automating your reporting process, Jet Suite enables faster, more accurate data-driven decision making, reduces operational costs, and provides the flexibility to grow alongside your business needs. Don’t let outdated reporting tools hold you back—integrate Jet today and unlock the full potential of your ERP system.

About Global Data 365

Founded in 2020, Global Data 365 has rapidly positioned itself as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide, delivering cutting-edge solutions in business intelligence, reporting, data analytics, ERP, and the Microsoft Power Platform. From the beginning, we’ve been driven by a passion for empowering organizations to harness the full potential of their data. With expertise spanning modern technologies and a dedication to tailored service, we’re not just a provider—we’re your partner in transforming business challenges into growth opportunities. Whether it's unlocking insights or streamlining processes, Global Data 365 is your strategic ally in navigating the digital landscape.