I have been using it only for reporting. I am trying to conduct some usage regarding the self-service BI, however, I haven't been able to implement it in that way. What I have been using is only BI reporting.
Data Analytics Manager with 501-1,000 employees
Expensive, does not scale well, and there are issues around performance
Pros and Cons
- "It's great for consolidation and creating one source of truth."
- "When we have, for example, a table with low performance, we have several issues with drawing some graphics in the Oracle cloud."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
Previous to using Oracle Analytics Cloud, we had several issues consolidating information in one report. Using this tool, we were able to forget about using Excel and keep using it as the only source of data.
What is most valuable?
The main functionality is great and everything is pretty standard and easy to use.
It's great for consolidation and creating one source of truth.
The initial setup is pretty straightforward.
What needs improvement?
The user interaction with the solution could be better. It can be frustrating at times. Sometimes it depends on the database performance. When we have, for example, a table with low performance, we have several issues with drawing some graphics in the Oracle cloud.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution since 2018. it's been about four years now.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable. The only stuff I have some issues with was related to some communication with the database. I had some lack of communication that was an issue over there, however, most of the time, it was very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It's not a scalable product. We have about 40 people using the solution and they are mostly data analysts.
There is only one business area using the product and we have no plans to expand the usage.
How are customer service and support?
We did not have a positive experience with technical support.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Negative
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We did assessments of other solutions. We were also trying to use Tableau and Power BI. The main difference was the self-service functionality.
How was the initial setup?
The solution is pretty straightforward and simple. I'd rate it a three out of five in terms of ease of setup. We did the full deployment twice and it took us about eight months.
We had a team of six people who handled the deployment and maintenance tasks.
What about the implementation team?
We handled the implementation with our in-house team. We didn't use outside consultants or anyone like that.
What was our ROI?
We have not yet witnessed any ROI.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I cannot speak to the exact licensing costs of the solution. In previous experiences, however, I recall it being quite expensive. I would rate it five out of five in terms of the level of expense to expect. That said, beyond the licensing fee, there are no other add-on fees to expect.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
When I was onboarded for the project, I was told to use Oracle Analytics Cloud. The assessment of other options is being done right now.
What other advice do I have?
We have a hybrid cloud deployment and use both AWS and Azure. I tried to use the Oracle cloud, however, I was unable to due to the budget.
I'd rate the solution two out of ten. It really isn't the best.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Project Manager & Database Administrator at TAV Information Technologies
Accessible from anywhere and is very easy to set up, but its machine learning and visualization capabilities can be better
Pros and Cons
- "Mobility is the most valuable feature for us. All employees can access it from anywhere. It is a big advantage for us."
- "Its machine learning and visualization capabilities can be improved. There should be more visualization options."
What is our primary use case?
We have Oracle EBS and HR analytics, and we are using it for reporting.
What is most valuable?
Mobility is the most valuable feature for us. All employees can access it from anywhere. It is a big advantage for us.
For HR, Analytics Cloud is the most viable solution.
What needs improvement?
Its machine learning and visualization capabilities can be improved. There should be more visualization options.
For how long have I used the solution?
In our company, we have been using it for the last six months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is easy to scale. We have about 1,000 users. We are a software company, and our developers and our finance people are using its reporting capabilities.
How are customer service and support?
I have not interacted with them.
How was the initial setup?
It was quite easy. I would rate it a five out of five in terms of the ease of setup.
What about the implementation team?
It was implemented in-house.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I don't know the exact cost, but its pricing was good. Its pricing was competitive. I would rate it a three out of five in terms of pricing.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I didn't deeply analyze and compare it with others.
What other advice do I have?
If the data is in Oracle, Oracle Analytics Cloud is a very good option.
I would rate this solution a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
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Cloud Director at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Great solution with a reliable support service and scalable application
Pros and Cons
- "This is a stable and scalable solution."
- "This solution could be more adaptable in its application."
What needs improvement?
This solution could be more adaptable in its application.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have used this solution for one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
The customer service and support for this solution is good.
What other advice do I have?
This solution is not that well known by clients but is a great product to use.
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
Oracle Solutions Architect at Viceri
The reports drive the company's strategic decision-making
Pros and Cons
- "Analytics Cloud allows you to merge various data types and structure data from multiple sources."
- "Analytics Cloud allows you to merge various data types and structure data from multiple sources."
What is our primary use case?
We use Analytics Cloud to generate reports about data other Oracle solutions produce.
How has it helped my organization?
Analytics Cloud generates reports that drive the company's strategic decision-making.
What is most valuable?
Analytics Cloud allows you to merge various data types and structure data from multiple sources.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Analytics Cloud is highly stable
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate Oracle Analytics Cloud 10 out of 10 for scalability.
How are customer service and support?
Oracle customer service is perfect.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
Setting up Analytics Cloud was straightforward because I got help from Oracle.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Oracle is expensive compared to tools by AWS and other cloud providers.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Oracle Analytics Cloud 10 out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Other
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Oracle Apps Consultant at Next Technologies Ltd
A refined solution with excellent technical support and scalable
Pros and Cons
- "The technical support is excellent, and they respond quickly."
- "It is expensive."
What is our primary use case?
I think the solution is great as is.
What needs improvement?
It is expensive so the cost could be better.
For how long have I used the solution?
We used this solution for about one year. Oracle Analytics Cloud is more refined compared to the on-premises version of OBIEE. It's simpler to use and takes very minimal effort to set up compared to OBIEE.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is a scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support is excellent, and they respond quickly.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I do not know the exact costs, but enterprise customers shy away from purchasing Oracle Analytics Cloud and prefer competing solutions from Tableau and Microsoft.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Regarding advice, consider doing a very detailed proof of concept before purchasing.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Delivery Manager at Sift Ag
Allows users to easily drag and drop data and decide what to measure and what to see in the reports
Pros and Cons
- "The specific capability I find important in Oracle Analytics Cloud is that it allows the basic user to easily drag and drop data. I also like that the solution allows the user to decide what to measure and what to see in the reports."
- "Oracle Analytics Cloud is lacking in charts. They should add more charts to it."
What is our primary use case?
We've selected Oracle Analytics Cloud as our visualization tool, and its use case is for visualization, particularly because we already have an ERP system, and we also have a lot of data across different functions, for example, in finance and sales.
What is most valuable?
The specific capability I find important in Oracle Analytics Cloud is that it allows the basic user to easily drag and drop data. I also like that the solution allows the user to decide what to measure and what to see in the reports.
What needs improvement?
Oracle Analytics Cloud is lacking in charts. They should add more charts to it.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using Oracle Analytics Cloud for almost one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Oracle Analytics Cloud is a stable solution. It has good stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Oracle Analytics Cloud is a scalable solution.
How was the initial setup?
I'm only using the web portal and my computer, so I'm unable to comment on whether the setup or deployment of Oracle Analytics Cloud is straightforward or complex.
What other advice do I have?
I'm using Oracle technology: Oracle Analytics Cloud. It's a cloud subscription, so it doesn't have a software version. The solution is deployed on a private cloud.
Fifty people are using Oracle Analytics Cloud within my company, and they are in the financial and sales departments. The solution is used across the company.
My rating for Oracle Analytics Cloud is nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
BI Architect at Smart Mind
A stable and scalable solution which is fast, accurate and has excellent tech support, but the price could be lower and the dashboards more interactive
Pros and Cons
- "A valuable feature is the speed of the solution."
- "The solution could be more flexible."
- "The price of the solution could be lower."
What is most valuable?
A valuable feature is the speed of the solution.
What needs improvement?
The solution could be more flexible. I faced issues with user level security administration and maintaining variables.
The price of the solution could be lower.
The dashboards should be more interactive.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Oracle Analytics Cloud for two-and-a-half or three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is super stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is very scalable.
How are customer service and support?
Technical support is very fast and accurate.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Prior to Oracle Analytics Cloud I worked with Oracle Business Intelligence on-premises, MicroStrategy and Tableau.
As I only worked with Oracle Analytics Cloud, I cannot say which product is preferable.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is super easy.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution could be more cost-effective.
What other advice do I have?
Our customers consist of enterprise companies.
My advice to others is that they start with the solution as soon as possible. They should initially start small and go from there.
I rate Oracle Analytics Cloud as a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:
Managing Partner at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Very easily customized; scalable and stable
Pros and Cons
- "The product is easily customized."
- "The interfaces could be improved and some in-memory operations could be built in."
What is our primary use case?
Our customers use Analytics Cloud, they are always E-Business Suite customers. The product is generally used for transactional data because for EBS there is no discovery support. We build Analytics on-premise or on cloud and use E-Business Suite for financials and logistics. All reports are developed using Oracle Analytics aside from the principal ones or standard reports coming from inside E-Business Suite. We generally work with enterprise size companies that use various analytics and reporting tools, not just Oracle Analytics. I'm a managing partner in a consulting firm and we are customers of Oracle.
What is most valuable?
We use Analytics because we have a model for it which can be easily customized. Implementation time can be reduced because of this.
What needs improvement?
The interfaces could be improved and some in-memory operations could be built into Oracle Analytics. We try to supply those kinds of things using database capabilities. Oracle removed things like cookies in its integration and that caused problems with SSL. I sent the reporting EDS which required a lot of work. It was more integrated with EDS, but now it's more standalone and it bothers me because it requires additional work when customers want to upgrade. Previously, that wasn't necessary so I think those kinds of things can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using this solution for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The product can be distributed so it's scalable. Our largest customer is a telecommunications company that has almost 10,000 users.
How are customer service and technical support?
We are okay on support so we don't need to use Oracle technical support much.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I've used Tableau and I like it. Reports are very fast and I like their interfaces and things can be inherited from or inspired from the other tools.
How was the initial setup?
Installation takes two or three days if you install on-premise, it's the customer's choice whether it's installed on cloud or on-prem. The time-consuming thing is analyzing the reports and building a report for it. We have five engineers who deal with our projects. Our technical personnel are all engineers.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
There is a paid license that is required and then the customer pays us for customization.
What other advice do I have?
I rate this solution an eight out of 10.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner
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