Construct PM – Analytics Reports

Overview

This screen displays the Analytics reports, created in CMiC Analytics, that the app user has access to via their security role(s). The screen will only be available for users authenticating via Web SSO.

For more information, please refer to Business Intelligence.

Displaying BI Reports in Mobile Apps

iPads and other tablets running the Construct apps will display all BI reports that the user has access to. However, apps running on iPhones or other smartphones will only display the list of BI reports that are marked as ‘mobile friendly’. For more information, please refer to Displaying BI Reports in Mobile Apps.

Reports Log

Screenshot of Analytics Reports

The Reports log

The Reports log is what appears after selecting Analytics from the main menu. To view a report, select it from the menu on the left hand side. Reports are labeled by their name, report type (icon), and data source.

The following report types are available and are distinguished by icons:

  • Dashboard (Image of Dashboard Report icon, circle graph)

  • Query (Image of Query Report icon, line graph with magnifying glass)

  • Card (Image of Card Report icon, group of rectangles)

Search

Press the Filter icon (Image of filter icon, triangle of horizontal lines) in the search bar to filter the search results. Reports can be filtered by type.

Sort

Press the icon that reads "Favorites" to sort reports by favorites, name, report type, and latest viewed. Press the arrow next to the sort option to sort in ascending or descending order.

NOTE: The following export options are available in Patch 20.

Exporting Reports to PDF

Exporting reports to PDF ensures that complex data visualizations and dashboard configurations are preserved in a widely accessible format, making it easier to communicate insights, facilitate discussions, and support decision-making processes. This capability enhances report distribution and collaboration, making it an essential tool for meetings, presentations, and record-keeping.

Screenshot of Analytics report with PDF icon highlighted

Sample Query Report

Click on the PDF icon (Screenshot of PDF icon.) located at the top of the report. This will initiate an automatic download of the dashboard as a PDF file.

NOTE: This option is available for Query and Dashboard type reports.

Exporting Reports to Microsoft Excel

Users can export crosstabs directly to Microsoft Excel. This allows for enhanced data manipulation and deeper analysis outside of the CMiC environment. Users can now easily transfer complex datasets into Excel, where they can take advantage of its powerful analytical tools, such as pivot tables, graphs, and custom calculations.

Screenshot of Analytics report with Excel icon highlighted

Sample Query Report

Click on the Microsoft Excel icon (Screenshot of Excel icon.) located at the top of the report. This will initiate an automatic download of the crosstab report, exporting it as an Excel file.

NOTE: This option is only available for Query type reports.