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SAP BO to Power BI Migration Services

Modernise your business intelligence environment and unlock faster, more accessible reporting with a structured migration from SAP BusinessObjects to Microsoft Power BI.
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Why partner with us

Protect the reporting your business depends on while modernising your BI platform

Migrating from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI involves far more than converting reports. Existing calculations, data models, report structures and security controls must all be translated to work effectively within the Power BI environment.

Our SAP BO to Power BI migration services help organisations modernise their business intelligence capabilities while preserving the insights their teams rely on. Combining technical expertise in business intelligence, data analysis and BI migration, we deliver a structured approach that reduces complexity, maintains data integrity and supports successful adoption across the business.

Partnership

From existing SAP BO reports to a Power BI platform built for modern analytics

We work closely with your team to understand your existing SAP BO environment, reporting requirements and underlying data structures before developing a tailored migration plan.

Our migration approach includes mapping databases, identifying report dependencies, translating custom calculations and optimising Power BI data models to support accurate reporting. We also help organisations take advantage of Power BI’s self-service analytics capabilities while providing training, secure access management and ongoing support to encourage smooth adoption across the business.

Benefits

Give users faster access to insight and a more modern reporting experience

Migrating from SAP BusinessObjects to Power BI helps organisations improve reporting performance, simplify data exploration and make insights more accessible across teams. With optimised data models, stronger integration with Microsoft tools and support for larger data volumes, businesses can reduce manual effort while creating a more efficient environment for reporting and analysis. The result is a modern business intelligence platform that supports better data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

Start planning your migration

Build a clear path from SAP BO to Power BI

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If you’re considering moving from SAP BO to Power BI, we’ll review your existing environment, identify report dependencies and custom calculations, and outline a migration plan tailored to your business requirements.

From initial assessment through to implementation, training and ongoing support, we’ll help you achieve a smooth transition that enables your users to get more value from their data.

Customer Service

"We know the right expert is always at the other end of the phone if we need them. The benefit of outsourcing means we have the ability to call on the right expertise at the right time, we can always draw on the skillset that we need."

Garry Collins

Administration and Finance Manager, St John

Customer Service

"The project was very well planned, exceptionally well executed and smoothly implemented. The team were wonderful, the project was delivered on time and on budget, and we received great support all the way through. I couldn’t fault it."

Andrew Everton

Executive Director, Saffery Trust

Customer Service

"They’ve become more than a service provider; they are a trusted partner. This partnership between Solent Mind and Zenzero allows us to adapt and evolve more quickly, leading to improved services and outcomes for our users."

Robert Wayman

FEE & Director, Solent Mind

What the migration involves

Every part of your SAP BO environment carefully mapped and migrated

Report conversion and optimisation

We convert SAP BO reports, Web Intelligence reports and Crystal Reports into Power BI reports while translating custom calculations and maintaining key report information.

Data models and relationships

Our team optimises Power BI data models, manages primary and foreign keys and enables complex data relationships that support accurate reporting and self-service analytics.

Semantic layer alignment

We align the SAP BO semantic layer with the Power BI environment to support efficient data flows, data abstraction and data federation requirements.

Data integrity and secure access

We manage row-level security, secure access controls and associated metadata to help maintain data integrity throughout the migration process.

Multiple data source management

We handle multiple data sources and the technical complexities involved in bringing existing reporting environments into Power BI.

Training and ongoing support

We provide training for business users and ongoing support to help teams make the most of Power BI's reporting, analysis and data exploration capabilities.

Modernise your business intelligence platform without losing the reports, data models and insights your teams rely on.

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Questions we
often get asked:

How long does a SAP BO to Power BI migration take?

Migration time depends on the volume and complexity of your SAP BO reports, Crystal Reports, and underlying databases. Using our structured mapping process and optimised Power BI data models, we minimise manual effort and accelerate the migration journey, including sample data comparison and alignment of the data foundation layer to ensure accuracy.

Will my existing SAP BO reports look the same in Power BI?

We replicate the look and feel where possible, while leveraging what Power BI offers to optimise performance. Power BI presents new opportunities for richer data exploration, allowing you to present data more effectively and enable business users to gain actionable insights.

Do we need new Power BI licenses?

Yes, appropriate Power BI licenses are required. We can advise on the most cost-effective options to align with your business needs, ensuring your teams can fully utilise modern tools, manage data integration effectively, and continue working with both migrated and existing reports while taking full advantage of Power BI’s capabilities.

How do you maintain data integrity during migration?

Our team manages data models, primary and foreign keys, row-level security, and associated metadata to ensure accurate and secure reporting throughout the migration process. We also power BI align the migration with the data foundation layer to maintain consistency and reliable results.

Can Power BI integrate with other Microsoft tools?

Absolutely. Power BI integrates seamlessly with Microsoft tools such as Power Query, Power BI Service, and the wider Microsoft ecosystem. This enables continuous integration, data sharing, and the ability to present data efficiently across your organisation using modern tools.

What kind of training is provided?

We provide comprehensive training for business users and technical teams, helping them leverage Power BI’s advanced features for self-service analytics, data exploration, and providing insights. Teams learn how Power BI presents data clearly, aligns with existing systems, and empowers users to extract maximum value from migrated and new datasets.

 

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