Power BI has emerged as an incredible tool that empowers organizations to turn data into actionable insights, but it also comes with the crucial responsibility of ensuring data security.
This blog explores a critical aspect of Power BI security- shared dataset access. We will uncover some practical tips for balancing data security and self-service exploration.
Understanding the pitfall - Shared Dataset Access.
Data reuse in Power BI enables sharing data models and queries across reports and dashboards, ensuring consistency and accuracy, but also highlights the importance of overseeing dataset access to control and specify who can make modifications. For this reason, consider the broader audience that can benefit from accessing the data when developing Power BI apps, promoting self-service exploration. In doing so, implement a balance between regulatory compliance (especially in sectors like healthcare) and the need for open data access.
To ensure effective access management and enhanced data security, you can create security groups and establish clear app ownership.
Practical Tips for Data Security
Maintaining data security while promoting self-service exploration can be achieved through the following:
Implementing the right strategies can help you balance data accessibility and security. Remember, data security isn't a roadblock; it's the foundation upon which you build your data-driven success.
Stay tuned for our Data Reusability E-book as we delve deeper into the intricacies of safeguarding your data while harnessing its full potential.