ELARION InfoBricks

ELARION InfoBricks is a comprehensive controlling solution that combines the simplicity of Excel with the power of a cutting-edge Data Warehouse. Designed for business users, InfoBricks enables the creation of complex KPI calculations, allocations, and profitability analyses for products, services, and all elements of your business - all without relying on IT teams.

How it works:

1. Connect to your data sources: gross balance sheet, chart of accounts, and any additional sources.
2. Define calculations, allocation keys, and KPIs directly in Excel.
3. Click “Calculate” and InfoBricks automatically generates a Data Warehouse and ETL processes.
4. Create any reports you need using your familiar Excel interface or other BI tools.

Key Capabilities:

1. Flexible KPI Definitions: Expression-based calculations, SQL-based rules, manual inputs, and inter-line calculations.
2. Allocation & Weighting: Define allocation keys, weighting factors, and limits for accurate data distribution.
3. Dynamic Reporting: Customize views with line visibility, colors, formats, hierarchy, and scenario definitions.
4. Advanced Analytics: Analyze business performance, profitability, and financial metrics effortlessly.
5. Scenario Management: Realization, prior year comparison, planning, and other business scenarios.

Benefits:

1. Self-service Controlling: Business users create complex KPIs without IT dependency.
2. Faster Insights: Automated Data Warehouse generation reduces reporting cycle times.
3. Low Risk & High Accuracy: Standardized rules, allocations, and scenario handling ensure reliable results.
4. Flexible & Scalable: Adjust definitions, calculations, and reports as your business evolves.
5. Excel Familiarity: All capabilities accessible through the familiar Excel interface for minimal learning curve.