Microsoft Power BI
Business intelligence for data-driven decisions
Microsoft Power BI is the business intelligence platform that enables organizations to visualize data, share insights, and make informed decisions. It connects to hundreds of data sources and delivers interactive reports and dashboards.
Power BI creates partner opportunities through analytics implementations, report development, data modeling, and ongoing BI services that help organizations become data-driven.
Product Overview
Power BI includes Desktop for report authoring, the Power BI service for sharing and collaboration, and mobile apps for on-the-go access. Premium and Premium Per User licensing unlock advanced features including paginated reports, deployment pipelines, and AI capabilities.
The platform integrates with Microsoft 365, Azure, and Dynamics 365, making it the natural choice for organizations invested in the Microsoft ecosystem. Power BI is also part of Microsoft Fabric for comprehensive analytics scenarios.
Partners build Power BI practices around report and dashboard development, data modeling, training, governance, and managed BI services that deliver ongoing value from analytics investments.
Commercial Model
Power BI supports multiple partner business models and commercial approaches.
Subscription Licensing
Per-user or per-device recurring subscriptions
Cloud Projects
Migrations, modernization initiatives, and new deployments
Managed Services
Infrastructure, security, optimization, and operations
Bundled Solutions
Combined with complementary products and services
Power BI generates per-user and capacity licensing revenue while creating opportunities for analytics development, training, and managed BI services.
Business Fit
Power BI is relevant for the following partner business models.
Solution Integrators
Design and implement custom cloud architectures and transformation projects.
IT Consultants
Advise clients on technology strategy and deliver implementation projects.
Managed Service Providers
Deliver recurring infrastructure, security, and cloud management services.
Value Added Resellers
Combine licensing with professional services and implementation support.
IT Resellers
Add cloud consumption and managed services to traditional licensing portfolios.
Partner Program
Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider
Power BI is delivered through the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider program.
The Cloud Solution Provider program allows partners to resell Microsoft services, manage customer relationships, control billing, and bundle products with value-added services and solutions.
Why Access Power BI Through BPS
Structured CSP Access
Get streamlined access to the Cloud Solution Provider program with guidance tailored to your business model.
Commercial Guidance
Receive support on pricing, licensing, and commercial structuring to maximize your opportunity.
Operational Support
Focus on selling and delivering while BPS handles vendor complexity and program requirements.
Enablement
BPS supports resellers with onboarding, licensing guidance, and operational enablement to help position and deliver Power BI successfully.
This includes assistance with program alignment, commercial structuring, and integrating Power BI into broader infrastructure and managed service offerings.
Enablement is part of the wider BPS framework designed to support reseller growth and operational consistency.
Ready to Get Started?
Join BPS and start building your Power BI business with confidence.