Power Query is a data transformation and connection tool in Excel that allows users to import, clean, and transform data from various sources. It provides an intuitive interface for performing ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tasks, enabling users to prepare data for analysis efficiently. Power Query's capabilities include data cleansing, merging, filtering, and shaping, making it an essential tool for data preparation and manipulation tasks.
Key Use: Power Query is a data transformation and connection tool that allows users to import, transform, and combine data from various sources within Excel.
Application:
· Project Management: Consolidating project
data from multiple sources, cleaning up project logs, and automating data
refreshes.
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Supply Chain Management: Integrating data
from ERP systems, cleaning supplier data, and automating inventory reports.
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Human Resource Management: Combining employee
data from HRIS systems, cleaning up payroll records, and automating HR reports.
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Sales and Marketing: Merging sales data from
CRM systems, cleaning marketing campaign data, and automating sales reports.
