What is the function of Power BI Dataflows?

Power BI Dataflows serve a critical function in data preparation and management by allowing users to combine and transform data from various sources. This process includes connecting to data sources, performing transformations, and then making that data available for use in Power BI reports and dashboards.

By utilizing Power BI Dataflows, users can create a reusable data preparation layer that simplifies the data modeling process. This enables organizations to standardize their data transformation processes, ensuring consistency across different reports and dashboards. The transformation capabilities allow for tasks such as cleansing data, aggregating information, and merging data from multiple sources, making data more analytical and ready for visualization.

Power BI Dataflows essentially act as a means for ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) operations within the Power BI ecosystem, empowering users to preprocess data before it is visualized or analyzed. This makes them an invaluable tool for data professionals looking to enhance their data analysis workflows.