# Introduction to Analytics+

[Inforiver Analytics+](https://inforiver.com/analytics-plus/) is a **Power BI Certified Visual** designed to empower users with fast data visualization and insightful storytelling within Microsoft Power BI. Analytics+ also enables large enterprises to migrate from Tableau, Spotfire, Qlik, Domo, Cognos, SAP Lumira, or even static PowerPoint dashboards created with Think-cell or Mekko Graphics,  and consolidate all within the Microsoft Power BI ecosystem.

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With its intuitive, **no-code user experience (UX)**, Analytics+ enables even casual users to build powerful dashboards and storyboards in minutes. It integrates over 100 charts, Gantt charts, cards, and tables into a single, comprehensive visual.

<figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2F4sdf1uwHcjNXTzXTwLww%2F1.%20Demo%20all%20charts%20(1).png?alt=media&#x26;token=dab7d304-d8cc-4429-b7bb-f5ed723ecb5f" alt=""><figcaption><p>Explore an unmatched range of charts to suit every business case, ranging from comparison or distribution to storytelling.</p></figcaption></figure>

Inforiver Analytics+ can render **10 times more data points** compared to native Power BI (30K data points vs 3.5K data points). This enables high-density analysis and better performance.

Inforiver Analytics+ is an **IBCS-certified visual** suite offering the largest collection of IBCS templates available. It supports chart templates from C01 to C13 (excluding C11) and T01 to T04, with options for both strict and flexible IBCS themes.&#x20;

It includes key business charts such as *waterfall with variance, integrated column-line visuals, multi-tier bars, scatter plots, Marimekko, bullet, and box plots*—providing unmatched performance and flexibility for IBCS-driven reporting.

<div><figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FyVDArLyVCS0OAwY65n5K%2F4.%20Gantt%20Chart%20(1).png?alt=media&#x26;token=e7ae8523-e09d-4ae4-9999-e22bfb628770" alt=""><figcaption><p>Visualize task dependencies, and resource allocation to <strong>streamline project planning</strong>.</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FHqN8NMUIY94GVuGDZuQ1%2F2.%20KPI%20Image%20(1).png?alt=media&#x26;token=53df1735-5876-4478-820f-1e5ee2b3e241" alt=""><figcaption><p><strong>Visualize KPIs</strong> with 40+ sparklines, templates, and advanced customization.</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FIiDCDuCZaHyz6UX2NoLv%2F3.%20IBCS%20table%20(1).png?alt=media&#x26;token=3ca374fc-8168-4983-b741-a41421a67d17" alt=""><figcaption><p><strong>Visualize data</strong> with IBCS templates, small multiples, and multiple layouts for powerful data comparison.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

### Why choose Inforiver Analytics+?

Inforiver Analytics+ bridges critical feature gaps in Power BI that are commonly found in legacy BI tools, thereby facilitating seamless migration and consolidation within the Microsoft stack.

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#### **1. Rich Visualization Options**

* **100+ chart** types including Gantt, KPI cards, and tables
* **Specialized business charts**: Waterfall, Bullet, Marimekko, etc.
* **Best-in-class** Gantt for project planning
* **IBCS-certified** theme
* [**Small multiples/trellis**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/6.-trellis-customizations) capabilities across all visualizations, including tables
* Expand/collapse on all axes with support for **4D hierarchy**

#### **2. Advanced Analytical Capabilities**

* **Automatic variance** support (no DAX) for bar, line, waterfall, bullet, and box plot
* [Analytical features](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/19.-analytics): reference line/band, error bars, Pareto line, running total, trendlines, and more
* [Top ‘N’ + Others](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/11.-ranking-data-topn) analysis in minimal clicks
* **Advanced pivot mode**: [split/group measures](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/8.-splitting-and-grouping-measures), in-visual calculated rows/columns, and filters

#### 3. Interactive & Storytelling Features

* Storytelling tools: [deviation, CAGR](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/3.-charts/3.7.-deviation), series connector line, automatic sorting
* Interactive features: [lasso, reverse lasso, zoom](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/13.-data-selection), and reader’s view control
* Support for **data point and canvas annotations** with filter [context awareness](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/17.-context-awareness)
* Rich **text editor** for annotations, compatible with small multiples
* Bookmark support
* Ultra-fast dashboarding with the [Storyboard](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/storyboard)

#### 4. Formatting & Customization

* Extensive formatting for axis, data labels, and canvas properties
* Advanced [conditional formatting](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/9.-conditional-formatting): quick rules, color scales, data bars, action analysis, classification (including subtotals)
* [Modern toolbar](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/1.-navigating-the-analytics+-toolbar) with no-code configuration and intuitive settings

#### 5. Export & Sharing

* Export presentation-ready, [fully formatted PDFs](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/working-with-analytics+/1.-navigating-the-analytics+-toolbar/chart-toolbar#id-8.-exporting-reports) with rich formatting

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**Certification:**

* **Power BI certified:** [Analytics+](https://appsource.microsoft.com/en-us/product/power-bi-visuals/xviz.inforiver-charts?tab=Overview) release is vetted by Microsoft, ensuring that your data is secure.
* **IBCS certified:** All visualizations provided by [Analytics+](https://www.ibcs.com/software/inforiver/) conform to IBCS (International Business Communication Standards).

<div><figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2F0qkQJJcVYzkmdIZLUUCP%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=c31fc080-46de-4eda-8227-2712f712e3c7" alt=""><figcaption><p>4D hierarchy</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FhZLSOGWyPBgp4GMFi0hl%2FGroup%20Small%20Multiples.png?alt=media&#x26;token=1421d618-c8d5-477a-8d5b-52befb778467" alt=""><figcaption><p>Measure grouping</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FluiKelnwIskxrpzS4Fow%2FIBCS%20certified.png?alt=media&#x26;token=3e10839e-72de-4194-815f-954df87a116f" alt=""><figcaption><p>IBCS compliant</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<div><figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FTUiJok7xElJOLDneXHNT%2Fexport-to-pdf-1-2048x1404.png?alt=media&#x26;token=801a13ad-a62e-4f88-b053-5aff16bac235" alt=""><figcaption><p>PDF export</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FgI2MnQVrew1YGyn4wo2B%2FLAsso%20reverse%20lasso%20selection.png?alt=media&#x26;token=bac1b29f-4606-4a4d-a0a6-f507a6bdda05" alt=""><figcaption><p>Data selection</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FPL6B141hCpvwEyPQuDHe%2Fconditional-formatting-2-2048x1404.png?alt=media&#x26;token=35c9249c-5eca-4fe5-9bad-dd661c52a1b6" alt=""><figcaption><p>Conditional formatting</p></figcaption></figure></div>

### Advanced Charts Offered by Analytics+: <a href="#headline-1373-9359" id="headline-1373-9359"></a>

Analytics+ provides a unique selection of strategic and advanced charts to meet diverse analytical needs:

* [**Gantt chart**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/gantt-chart) - visualize task schedules, identify dependencies, allocate resources, and track deadlines
* [**Advanced waterfalls**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/waterfall-charts) – stacked and dual breakdown, variance, combination, etc., that are available in PowerPoint add-ins such as ThinkCell and Mekko Graphics
* [**Box and whisker**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/boxplots) plot - supporting both dynamic and pre-calculated quartiles
* [**Executive funnel**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/funnel-and-pyramid-charts) – tracking cumulative conversion ratio and drop-off ratio for each stage
* [**Marimekko chart**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/marimekko-charts) **(a.k.a. Variable Width Column or Cascade Chart):** Available with stacked and 100% scaled options for visualizing proportional data across categories.
* [**Radar/Polar**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/radar-polar-charts) - preferred for displaying multivariate data on a common axis. Ideal for qualitative comparison
* [**Special charts**](https://docs.inforiver.com/analytics+/quick-charts/storytelling-charts) **for storytelling**, such as slope graph, lollipop, dumbbell, dot plot, arrow & range plots.

<figure><img src="https://3132984990-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FbOoZhPvC57Z0CNgep4Ib%2Fuploads%2FMZzyOdNUaAIih21hQH71%2FAll%20Charts.png?alt=media&#x26;token=15f816a9-b57b-48de-b215-2b061dbf97ce" alt=""><figcaption><p>100+ charts and chart families in Analytics+</p></figcaption></figure>

Analytics+ empowers users with extensive data analysis and customization options, which will be explored in detail throughout this guide

**Getting Started**

In the next section, we'll look at how to install Inforiver Analytics+.