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The end of Fabric Default Semantic Models and what it means for you

We previously wrote about the power of default semantic models, and how they were a convenient out-of-the-box model we can offer our users. Microsoft just announced they will be sunsetting the default semantic models, effective December 2025. But what does this mean for you and the default semantic models in your organization? Here are the two changes, how they can impact you and our advice.

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From Planning to Execution: Our Recipe for a Successful Power BI Migration

This blog explores Datashift’s key strategies for a seamless migration. We’ll cover pre-migration planning, execution with piloting and iteration, and post-migration optimization to maximize Power BI’s benefits.

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From Pitfalls to Power (BI): Top 3 Challenges We See Most Often

If your team has adopted Power BI in recent years, you've likely experienced its many advantages. However, the user-friendly nature of the tool can be a double-edged sword. In this article, we explore three common pitfalls we have seen organizations face when using Power BI. By addressing these pitfalls, organizations can maximize Power BI's potential to transform their data into meaningful insights and drive informed decision-making.

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Self-Service BI: Blessing or Burden? Dive into Benefits, Challenges, and Solutions

Self-service BI allows business users to independently access, visualize, and analyse data. Although this sounds very promising for organizations, it also introduces challenges and potential pitfalls.

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