Power BI is a business analytics service that provides interactive visualization and business intelligence capabilities that allow end users to create reports and dashboards. Data is used from sources such as; GEMS, FAST, and Banner to create reports that allow insight into making business decisions. The University of South Florida utilizes this information to make important decisions regarding COVID-19 and the management of the pandemic. Other example projects include Travel, MCOM Curriculum Mapping, COPH FIS Evaluation Reporting, and Demographics.

Accessing Power BI

1. Go to http://app.powerbi.com
2. Enter your USF email address. This is your Net ID + @usf.edu as an employee.
3. Click the Next button.
   You will be redirected to a USF site to enter your password. See Figure 1 below.
   
4. Enter your Net ID password.
5. Click the Sign In button.
   The Power BI system will load.

Figure 1: USF Sign on Page

Searching for a Report

There are three ways to find a report or dashboard in Power BI

Search:

1. Utilize the search field located in the top right corner of the page.
2. Type key words found in either the report or dashboard title.
3. A list will populate of possible options.
4. Click on the report to open.

Shared with me:

1. Some reports and dashboards my already be shared with you.
2. Click on "Shared with me" on the left side of your screen.
3. A list will automatically populate if you have shared reports or dashboards.
4. Click to open.

Workspaces:

1. This space gives access to specific dashboards and reports.
2. Click on "Workspace" to see your list.
3. A list will automatically populate.
4. Click on the report or dashboard you want to open. 

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