What is Business Intelligence (BI)?

Business intelligence refers to the tools and processes used to gather, analyze, and visualize business data to help make informed decisions.

Why BI matters to your business

BI helps you understand what’s happening in your company — from sales trends to operational bottlenecks — so you can act on facts, not guesses. It’s essential for growing sustainably and spotting risks early.

Real-world example

A retail business uses a BI dashboard to monitor daily sales across branches and identify which products need restocking.

Related Terms

Dashboard, KPI, Data Visualization

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