Dashboard/Report Snapshots
Automate the process of logging in using a service account (MFA disabled) to capture a snapshots of a Power BI dashboards and / or reports. Once captured, snapshots (images) can be displayed using the Image (Single) template; which provides a quick, static visual overview of key insights.
- Requires a service account with MFA Disabled to log in to Power BI.
- Access the desired dashboard or report.
- Capture a screenshot of the dashboard/report.
- Upload the image to the Vibe platform and display it using the Image Single slide.
Dynamic Content (XML feed)
Automatically log in using a service account (MFA disabled) to export Power BI data in XML format. The exported data can be injected into a Vibe 'Data' template, where it is dynamically presented, ensuring content remains fresh and up-to-date in near-real-time.
- Requires a service account with MFA Disabled to log in to Power BI.
- Export the desired data in XML format.
- Use Vibe’s API to inject the XML data into your preferred Vibe template.
- Schedule regular updates to ensure the content reflects the latest data.
Power BI Embedded
Securely display Power BI reports within Vibe using embedded tokens for authentication. This method provides a flexible reporting solution, allowing you to seamlessly create and add additional reports to Vibe as needed.
- Use Power BI Embedded tokens for authentication.
- Generate the embedded report link for the desired Power BI report.
- Insert the link into your preferred Vibe template.
- Retain dashboards in Power BI while using datasets to create reports in Power BI, presenting them on Vibe in a static, snackable format.
Power BI Embedded Methods: Key Differences
We offer two Power BI embedded options for displaying reports and dashboards, and the suitable method depends on the hardware being used. Here's a breakdown of the two methods and their differences:
1. Power BI Embedded Report/Dashboard
This method supports near real-time data updates, with the ability to refresh slide content as frequently as every 10 seconds. However, it requires Chrome version 94 or higher, which limits its availability to the following devices:
- Windows Digital Signage Player
- Desktop Player for Screensaver
- System-on-Chip hardware for WebOS 6.x and Tizen 7.x (or later).
2. Power BI Screenshot Capture
This method offers a lower refresh frequency, with data updates limited to every 10 minutes. It is primarily used as a fallback option for older System-on-Chip hardware, specifically:
- Devices running WebOS 4.x
- Devices running Tizen 6.x (or earlier)
Both methods use Microsoft’s recommended Power BI embedded approach, which leverages Access Tokens for authentication. This ensures content is displayed securely without requiring individual user account authentication.
Power BI API
Retrieve data directly from the Power BI API (requires a Power BI Premium Per Capacity license). This method allows seamless integration of Power BI data into Vibe templates, ensuring the latest insights are displayed in near-real-time.
- Requires a Power BI Premium Per Capacity license.
- Use the Power BI API to query the required data.
- Format the data as needed for display in Vibe.
- Inject the data into your Vibe templates using the API.
Setup Guide - Power Bi Embedded
Azure Global Adminstrator
Step 1: Grant consent to our Azure App
Granting consent allows our "Vibe.fyi - Power BI module" Azure App to communicate with your Power BI data. The reports and data that our app has permissions to access will be set in step 3 below.
- Open this link and grant admin consent for the Vibe.fyi - Power BI module
Step 2: Create security group in Azure
An Entra Security Group is required to be able to assign permission to the reports and dashboards that you would like to embed.