Self-service BI was meant to change everything, giving teams direct access to insights without relying on IT. But somewhere along the way, the vision fell short.

In this video, we unpack what self-service BI was supposed to be, how Power BI started as a fast, flexible tool for the front office, and why complexity, politics, and platform incentives got in the way. We also explore how modern tools, from Claude Code to context-aware agents, are bringing back the original promise, but with smarter architecture and speed.

This isn’t just a look back. It’s a look at what’s possible now.

About The Show

The Analytic Mind is your guide to navigating the evolving frontier of data, AI, & intelligent business.

Hosted by Sam McKay, CEO of EnterpriseDNA, this show dives into real-world use cases, technical strategies, and the mental models behind smart decision-making.

Each episode challenges you to move beyond tools to think critically, act strategically, and build with impact.

Whether you're refining your analytics skills or shaping your organization's data vision, this is where insight meets execution.

Stay sharp. Stay ahead. Think like an analytic mind.