Spectrum BI to Trimble Construction One Analytics Upgrade

In early 2024, we will be upgrading you to Trimble Construction One Analytics, powered by Microsoft Power BI.

Currently, Spectrum BI provides reporting powered by Hitachi Pentaho.

What is this upgrade?

We're upgrading from Spectrum BI (powered by Hitachi Pentaho) to Trimble Construction One Analytics (powered by Microsoft Power BI).

When will the upgrade happen?

You will be able to begin switching to Trimble Construction One Analytics in early 2024. You will be able to continue using Spectrum BI until January 2025.

Is there a cost for this upgrade?

No, this upgrade does not have an additional cost. We are excited to offer you better technology, faster reporting, and more capabilities than before, with no extra cost.

Why is this happening? What are the benefits?

Microsoft Power BI is better technology than Pentaho. By powering our analytics platform with MS Power BI, we can provide new capabilities that are not possible on the Pentaho platform. These new capabilities include:
  • Ability to use multiple data sets or "cubes" in a single report
  • Ability to control access to individual reports
  • Ability to combine Spectrum data with data from other Trimble solutions on the same report
  • Ability to create paginated (aka SSRS) reports
  • A faster and more intuitive report building experience
  • A more modern way to visualize your data
  • A more attractive, modern interface

You will benefit from Microsoft's active development of Power BI and an existing, robust user community.

Will all of my data in Spectrum BI be available in Trimble Construction One Analytics?

Yes.

Can I move reports over automatically?

No. Unfortunately, there is not a way to convert existing reports from Spectrum BI to Trimble Construction One Analytics automatically; however, creating reports is much faster in Power BI and you will have many months to make the change.

Is Trimble Construction One Analytics very different in look and in the way it's used, compared to Spectrum BI? Will I need to learn how to use Trimble Construction One Analytics?

Trimble Construction One Analytics will have an improved UI compared to Spectrum BI. Like any new platform, users will have to learn it, but we will provide training resources to help you.

You can also refer to the online Help for information.

Will there be training available?

Yes, training resources will be made available in the Viewpoint Academy in 2024.

Can I learn more or schedule a demo?

Please visit, call, or email!
  • www.viewpoint.com
  • 1.800.333.3197
  • productinfo@viewpoint.com