Microsoft Access and Power BI | Power BI Integration
Unlock the Power of Your Data with Microsoft Access and Power BI
Transform your static reports into dynamic, data-driven insights by combining Microsoft Access or Microsoft SQL Server with Microsoft Power BI. At Winning Solutions, Inc. (WSI), our Power BI consultants specialize in connecting your existing databases with modern business intelligence tools that provide a whole new level of visibility, flexibility, and interactive reporting.
Traditional Access reports and static pivot tables can no longer keep up with the fast-paced decision-making demands of today’s organizations. Microsoft has phased out pivot table reporting within Access forms and reports—but don’t worry. Power BI fills this gap and more, offering you a rich and interactive way to analyze and visualize your data.
What Is Microsoft Power BI? Power BI is a powerful business analytics platform from Microsoft that helps you turn your data into actionable insights through sleek, interactive dashboards and reports. You can access your dashboards across all devices—desktop, tablet, and mobile—empowering users to make faster, data-driven decisions from anywhere.
Benefits of Integrating Microsoft Access with Power BI
- Create interactive, real-time dashboards based on your existing Access data
- Visualize trends, patterns, and KPIs in a way that’s easy to interpret
- Consolidate data from multiple sources including Access, SQL Server, Excel, and more
- Replace outdated, static reports with modern and mobile-friendly visualizations
- Rapidly deploy reporting solutions—often in a matter of days
WSI can help you extract, transform, and load (ETL) your data from Microsoft Access into a centralized Power BI data model. From there, we design customized reports and dashboards tailored to your business goals. Whether you're monitoring sales, financial metrics, inventory levels, or operational performance, Power BI offers unmatched visibility.
Power BI is available in both free and Pro versions, starting at just $9.99 per user per month—making it a cost-effective way to enhance your reporting capabilities without overhauling your current infrastructure.
Our team at WSI is equipped to handle all aspects of your Power BI implementation—from initial setup and data modeling to report development and ongoing support. We also offer personalized training and development services for teams looking to maintain and evolve their Power BI environment internally.
Ready to leverage your Microsoft Access database in new, powerful ways? Call (515) 239-9900 or Contact Us today to schedule a consultation with a Power BI expert.
Microsoft Access Reports vs. Power BI Dashboards
| Feature |
Microsoft Access Reports |
Microsoft Power BI Dashboards |
| User Interactivity |
Limited — static reports with little to no interaction |
Highly interactive — users can filter, sort, and drill down into data |
| Mobile Accessibility |
Desktop only — no native mobile support |
Fully responsive — optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop |
| Data Source Integration |
Primarily limited to Access tables and queries |
Connects to Access, SQL Server, Excel, SharePoint, APIs, and more |
| Visual Design Capabilities |
Basic — limited charts and graphics |
Advanced — interactive charts, gauges, maps, and KPIs |
| Real-Time Data Updates |
Requires manual refresh or re-running reports |
Live data refresh with automatic updates |
| Collaboration and Sharing |
Shared via file copies or email |
Secure sharing via Power BI Service with role-based access |
| Learning Curve |
Familiar for Access users, minimal learning required |
Moderate — requires basic Power BI training |
| Cost |
Included in Access with no extra cost |
Free and Pro versions available ($9.99/user for Pro) |