SQL Server Reporting Services is a collection of prefabricated tools, from Microsoft, that combines all the benefits of an internally-managed reporting system. Being a server-based report designing tool, SSRS helps generate, develop, manage and deploy reports. With SSRS, businesses can create reports in various formats like tabular, graphical, free-form, Charts, Maps, etc. and view them via web browsers, desktops and mobile devices.
But what makes SSRS more efficient than some of the other reporting tools on the market today? Here is a list of a few advantages that top our list.
Enhances workflow
Knowingly or unknowingly, daily routine tasks consume a sizable amount of time. However, they are equally important. With SSRS, one can easily eliminate these time-consuming tasks and automate them. SSRS can be deployed to support reporting requirements of an entire enterprise or a specific department / business unit. SSRS is used to consolidate reporting functionality. Not only does it improve the reporting process, but it also enhances business intelligence and decision-making.
Amplifies profits
With the help of SSRS and SSAS (SQL Server Analysis Services), businesses can analyze and understand customer behavior patterns. This helps them to understand the exact requirements and to modify their offerings, thus, improving the quality of products and services offered. As a result, this increases profits and decreases production costs.
Easy deployment
Businesses can build a wide range of customized reports using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services. SSRS is a comprehensive reporting platform that stores reports centrally, on a web server or cloud. This enables users to view reports from any place.
Easy export in multiple file formats
SSRS supports rendering to most common file formats including HTML, PDF, CSV, XML and Image (TIFF), and offers complete rendering in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. With SSRS, one can share reports via emails, fax, folders, simple Texts, FTP’s, Printers, etc.
Ability to create a reporting portal
Having access to your entire business’s data in one spot helps ensure that users can quickly find accurate information, across multiple departments or subgroups. This allows them to see Key Performance Indicators without having to dig through unrelated reports.
Numerous display options
When creating reports, it’s important to consider the varying ways in which end-users may access and interact with data. SSRS supports several display options, but it is important to be familiar with the most common ones, as well as which works best for your team.
Security
With the help of SSRS, organizations and enterprise users can be assured that their data remains safe and secure. This is because SSRS implements a flexible and role-based security model to ensure complete safety of sensitive information, including financial and human resources data.
SQL Server has redefined the whole concept of database management for the modern-day business needs. It is the most advanced database management system, used for data retrieval, storage, integration, reporting & analysis. A good IT partner can help you streamline your reporting processes through the integration of SSRS and other such tools, within your company culture. Saransh Inc, as an example has been helping organizations to do the same effortlessly for over a decade now.
Know more about how Saransh can help you come up with a solution that best suits your IT needs, by writing to us at info@saranshinc.com