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What is PBRS Power BI Reports Distribution?

Give every customer, manager or business location the reports they need without repeatedly exporting, assembling and sending files. PBRS (Power BI Report Scheduler) from ChristianSteven Software helps BI and IT teams turn recurring reporting requirements into managed workflows. Choose the reports, define the recipient rules and configure how the results should arrive. Data-driven (Dynamic) schedules can read a database query or JSON data to select report contents, adjust filters and parameters, personalize filenames and messages, and determine each destination. Update the source data as requirements change instead of maintaining a separate schedule for every recipient. Combine several outputs into one delivery: attachments in a single email, a ZIP package, a merged PDF with bookmarks or an Excel workbook containing multiple tabs where supported. Generate PDF, Excel and CSV outputs, including formatted and template-based Excel files. Apply PDF passwords and encryption before distribution. Send results to employees, customers and partners through email, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, cloud storage, secure file transfer, shared folders, Slack or printers. People receiving exported files do not need Power BI access. Control when work runs through recurring timetables, custom business calendars or supported operational triggers. Coordinate dataset refresh with report generation so delivery follows refresh completion. Configurable retries, failure notifications, execution history and blank-report handling help administrators oversee automated jobs. PBRS is a Windows application supporting Power BI Service, Report Server, Paginated Reports and Microsoft SSRS. Its REST API also enables supported reporting workflows to be managed and launched from business systems and customer portals. For organizations outgrowing basic subscriptions or individually built Power Automate flows, PBRS centralizes report personalization, packaging and distribution.

What is FileString?

FileString is an intuitive cloud-based service that adds a digital string to important files you distribute, allowing you to oversee and control how recipients interact with your documents, including their ability to view, download, and print them. This straightforward file-sharing solution ensures the protection of your vital files. With FileString, only those you specifically allow can access, forward, or print the documents you send. You can monitor recipient engagement meticulously, tracking details such as the duration of their file views, and you will receive notifications via email whenever files are accessed, printed, or downloaded, depending on the permissions you set. Your library is neatly organized by individual, providing a clear view of all files sent to each recipient, as well as any files they have shared back with you. Should you need to, with a simple click, you can revoke access to all files shared with a particular individual, thus maintaining strict control over your documents. Furthermore, you can elevate the security of your files by adjusting each recipient’s permissions for viewing, forwarding, printing, and downloading, while also having the option to incorporate a watermark for added protection. If circumstances change, you can swiftly remove access for specific recipients, effectively ensuring they can no longer retrieve any distributed copies. This robust level of control and security makes FileString an essential resource for anyone tasked with sharing confidential information safely and efficiently. Additionally, its user-friendly interface ensures that even those who may not be tech-savvy can navigate the platform with ease.

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Integrations Supported

Dropbox

Google Drive

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft SharePoint

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Integrations Supported

Dropbox

Google Drive

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Pricing Information

$249.59 per month

All PBRS functionality for new customers using Power BI Pro. Includes one installation, up to 100 peak report outputs, unlimited server application users, unlimited API access, technical support and software updates. Billed annually at $2,995.08, equivalent to $249.59 per month. Eligibility and renewal terms apply.

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$2 per month

Free Version

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Supported Platforms

Windows

On-Prem

Supported Platforms

SaaS

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support

24 Hour Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Webinars

Training Options

Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

ChristianSteven Software

Date Founded

2002

Company Location

United States

Company Website

go.christiansteven.com/power-bi-report-scheduler

Company Facts

Organization Name

FileString

Date Founded

2012

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.filestring.com

Categories and Features

Business Intelligence

PBRS enhances business intelligence processes by streamlining the distribution of Power BI reports to the intended audience. BI teams can effortlessly share customized information tailored to specific customers, departments, and locations, eliminating the need for repeated file exports or the hassle of managing multiple delivery timelines. Utilize SQL or JSON data to customize each recipient's reports, including filters, parameters, formats, and delivery locations. Synchronize dataset updates with report creation, and then distribute outputs in formats such as PDF, Excel, CSV, or compiled report packages. PBRS is compatible with Power BI Service, Power BI Report Server, Power BI Paginated Reports, and Microsoft SSRS. It operates within your Windows environment and facilitates output delivery via email, Teams, SharePoint, cloud storage, and various other supported platforms. External recipients can obtain exported files without requiring access to Power BI.

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Reporting

Streamline the creation and distribution of regular reports using PBRS (Power BI Report Scheduler). This tool facilitates the generation of outputs from Power BI Service, Power BI Report Server, Power BI Paginated Reports, and Microsoft SSRS. Customize reports for specific recipients by utilizing data-driven (Dynamic) filters and parameters. You can export files in PDF, Excel, and CSV formats as applicable, apply formatting or templates in Excel, and combine various reports into a single email, ZIP file, bookmarked PDF, or multi-tab workbook. Schedule reporting jobs to run at regular intervals, on personalized calendars, in response to certain business events, or following the completion of dataset refreshes. Distribute the final files via email, Teams, SharePoint, cloud storage, FTP, SFTP, network folders, and more. PBRS is installed within your Windows environment and offers features such as PDF protection, management of blank reports, adjustable retries, notifications, and a history of executions for seamless unattended reporting tasks.

Email Reports

Report Export

Scheduled / Automated Reports