Self-Service Analysis

In today's data-driven world, businesses and individuals need quick access to insights without relying on IT teams. Self-service analysis enables users to explore, analyse, and visualise data independently, making data-driven decision-making more accessible.

definition Self-Service Analysis

Updated 17 February 2025

TL;DR (Too Long; Didn't Read)

Self-service analysis allows users to perform data analysis independently, without requiring deep technical expertise or external assistance.

Defining Self-Service Analysis

Self-service analysis is the process of accessing and analysing data without relying on data specialists. It empowers users to:

  • Explore data through dashboards and reports
  • Uncover insights to support decision-making
  • Use intuitive tools without advanced technical skills

By reducing dependence on IT, self-service analysis accelerates decision-making, enhances productivity, and democratises data access across organisations.

Synonyms

Self-service Business Intelligence (BI)

Antonyms

Request data from and/or outsource analyses to the IT department or other data specialists.

Generalised as

Data-analysis

Specialised into

Types of data analysis, data visualisation, report.

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