Project Overview

We are a UAE-based company using NetSuite as our ERP and Power BI as our main business intelligence platform. We are seeking a skilled freelancer to:

Connect NetSuite to Power BI and create a robust, optimized data model.
Develop a professional executive dashboard for finance, sales, and operations.
Implement AI capabilities for natural-language querying, automated insights, and predictive analytics.
Deliver knowledge transfer and documentation so our internal team can maintain and expand the solution.
Work closely with the FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) team FP&A will design and define the reporting requirements and dashboard structure, and the freelancer will be responsible for implementing these designs in Power BI.

Scope Of Work

Data Integration
Connect NetSuite ? Power BI using SuiteAnalytics Connect (OData) or third-party connector (e.g., CData). - Optimize queries for fast refresh performance. - Extract and prepare key datasets such as: - Sales Orders, Invoices, Payments - Items & Product Categories - Customers & Regions - Financial KPIs (Revenue, GP, etc.)
Data Modeling
Build a star-schema data model with proper relationships. - Create calculated columns & DAX measures for: As per business requirements defined by FP&A and management.
Dashboard Development
Design a visually appealing and user-friendly Power BI dashboard with: As per business requirements defined by FP&A and management.
AI & Advanced Analytics
Inside Power BI: - Enable & configure Power BI Copilot (if licensing supports it). - Implement Q&A visual for natural-language querying. - Add Smart Narrative for automated written insights. - Predictive Analytics: - Implement forecasting and anomaly detection in Power BI.

If required, integrate AI Builder, Python Prophet, or Azure Machine Learning for advanced forecasting models. - Optional: - Integrate Azure OpenAI or ChatGPT API for conversational querying of Power BI datasets.

Knowledge Transfer
Provide full documentation covering: - Data connections & refresh setup - Data model & DAX formulas - AI features & predictive models - Conduct a training session for internal users (12 hours).

Deliverables

Working NetSuite ? Power BI live connection.
Optimized Power BI data model with KPIs.
Executive dashboard with AI-powered features.
Predictive analytics capability for sales & finance forecasting.
Documentation & training handover.

Qualifications

Proven track record with NetSuite to Power BI integration. -
Strong DAX and Power Query expertise.
Experience with AI features in Power BI (Copilot, Q&A, Smart Narrative).
Familiarity with predictive analytics (AI Builder, Python Prophet, Azure ML).
Experience integrating Azure OpenAI or ChatGPT API is a plus.
Strong dashboard design & data storytelling skills.

Application Instructions

When applying, please:

Provide examples of NetSuite ? Power BI projects you've delivered.
Share AI and predictive analytics projects you have implemented with Power BI
Briefly outline your approach.

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