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Use Filters, Tags, and Search Functionality While Searching for Data
1. Abstract Board Foresight contains a broad library of internal and external data. Using filters, tags, and search operators helps users quickly narrow results to the most relevant indicators for their analysis. 2. Context Use this best practice whenever browsing data in the Global Intelligence Cloud or Discover Engine,…
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Apply Seasonal Adjustment for Clearer Trends
1. Abstract Seasonal patterns such as holidays, weather cycles, or fiscal timing can obscure the true direction of a business metric. Applying the native seasonal adjustment functionality in Board Foresight removes these recurring effects, allowing analysts to focus on underlying trends and produce clearer, more reliable…
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Treat Missing Values Using Business-Aware Methods
1. Abstract Systematic and business-aware treatment of missing values preserves data continuity while avoiding artificial bias. Proper gap handling ensures that correlations and forecasts remain meaningful and reliable. 2. Context Apply this best practice before uploading data into Foresight or using it in Discover,…
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FlexGrid - Wrap column names
Dear, Do we have a means to wrap column names in flexgrid. In below snapshot, it is getting hidden when i resize the column. Thanks Khaleelah
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Follow a Structured Data Preparation Workflow
1. Abstract Consistent, well-documented data preparation is the foundation of every successful analysis in Board Foresight. Following a structured workflow ensures that models are built on reliable inputs, reduces downstream rework, and improves forecast accuracy and explainability. 2. Context Use this workflow whenever…
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Dataflow performance
Hi, We are running a dataflow which is lasting too much, about 50min. Something seems to be wrong but we can not figure it out. The goal of the Dataflow is to adda new entity to the original cube. The Dataflow multiplies the original cube with a cube (a kind of diagonal matrix) which contains a one to one relation from the…
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Find It Faster: Content Tags Power Your Search in the Board Community
Content tags in the Board Community are applied to published articles to help make content more discoverable. Did you know that you can find some of the most popular content tags directly from the homepage? Find them just under Quick Links on the right-hand side and select a tag to discover posts and discussions that…
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Flexgrid
Hi there why i am not able to select for Month "Show all"? only when I remove Day (which is part of the relationship) it works.
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Board 14.5 is here!
We are pleased to announce that the Board 14.5 release is here! 🚀 The new Board 14.5 release includes significant improvements for Developers, Administrators, and Planners (End Users). Board 14.5 proudly introduces a new semantic layer to your data – the Datasets! Furthermore, we made improvements to the Data Reader Action…
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Smart Import Object sample use-cases and functionalities.
Author: Amruta Shaha, Senior Consultant for Board. This article takes a deep dive into the Smart Import Object facility in Board, exploring how and when to use it in place of Data Readers, the different modes of import available, and practical scenarios where formula-based imports can unlock real value. While existing…
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Default Parameters for Board Cloud Instances
We have recently reviewed new default tuning parameters for all new Board Cloud instances across versions 12 and 14. These parameters are designed to: Improve overall system performance Prevent unexpected resource saturations Together, these defaults help optimize the performance and reliability of your Board applications.…
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Apply to Block - not working / applied on drill down
Hi, I have a procedure that switches an entity selection on a chart which is working fine. However, when I then use the drill down it doesn't pickup that selection. Any idea how to fix this? Or have a different approach? Thanks Maik
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Part 1: Agentic AI – A Paradigm Shift for Integrated Business Planning
How different would your business look if your planning tools could anticipate your next move? ➡️Part 1 of our two-part series on Agentic AI is here, and it’s set to shake up how organizations think about Integrated Business Planning. This first installment explores the paradigm shift underway and what it means for the…
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[Complex time hierarchy] : Bimonth + Quarter
Hi everyone, I’m struggling with a time hierarchy design in BOARD and I’m hoping the experts here can help me crack it ! Context : In BOARD, relationship logic is N → 1, which normally works fine… BUT in my case I need to introduce a Bimonth entity (every 2 months). So for a standard calendar year: 12 Months 6 Bimonths…
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Europe’s 2026 Economic Outlook: A Transition Toward Resilience
Europe enters 2026 with a firmer but still uneven economic foundation. Despite persistent pressures—from rising housing costs to fiscal divergence and external demand constraints—the region is showing signs of stabilization. Consumption is holding steady, inflation has largely converged, and employment remains near…
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Migrating away from TILDE Datamodel
1. Abstract The use of Tilde ~ databases is a deprecated practice which is incompatible with the Subscription Hub, here we’ll look at the different options for migrating to a modern security configuration. 2. Context Tilde databases allowed the use of very granular user-specific security, however recent versions of Board…
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200: module 203, Section 8, H - Product Data Reader : not working
Hello all, I hope you are doing well. I am reaching out because I am stuck on my Level 200 module. While following the instructions, on Section 8 part H, I am asked to build Data Reader to load Member and Relationships. I managed to connect to the .csv file, but when I try to set up the mapping, I just can't seem to do it…
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Level 300 Part 1 - 306 Wrong results for Functional Test Q2
Dear Board, I am getting wrong value in Expense Planning Screen for store FR0001 Any tip how I can solve this issue? Thank You, Abhishek
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B14 211 Error
In B14 211, page 7, step 6 refers to a cube that does not exist "SET - DE - Future Years" Not sure if this is a spelling mistake, and it should be the cube "SET - DF - Future"
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The 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Financial Planning Software
Board has once again been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Financial Planning Software. This marks our fourth consecutive year in the Leaders quadrant. This recognition reflects our continued commitment to helping organizations unify strategic, financial, and operational planning within a…
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Unable to calculate Average, Standard Deviation, and Variance for Derived Lead Time Field
I have a dataset with two date fields: Load Date and Delivery Date. I calculate Lead Time as "Delivery date-load date". Now, I need to compute the following statistical measures for this Lead Time:Average (Mean), Standard Deviation,Variance. However, when I try using formulas like Subtotal (sub function code, x,…
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B12: Lvl300, module 310: Answer to Q1 does not match the question
Hi, just a hint that the explanation for Q1 in Functional test in module 310 is wrong. It belongs to Q2.
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FAIL BROADCAST:Action cannot be executed server side. Sending it to client using procedure mailbox.
I am trying to use schedular for broadcasting the emails automatically. so when i am trying it broadcast mail is getting failed. when i am doing it manually through the procedures tab , broadcasting is happening . can anybody help me with this
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Board taking so much time for export text cubes and large size mdb cubes , is there any way ?
Board 14.4 is taking almost 2 hrs for extracting a text or large size mdb cube . Is there any way that i can make extract faster. I have tried using extract cube and dataset both , i didnot found a solution yet.
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Exporting Quick Layout charts or showing the Chart Data
Hi, is there a none issue exporting charts with an adjusted Layout - through quick layout? It gives me always the dimensions of the original setup. I changed the chart axis from months to quarter however the Data chart is still considered with the setup axis - month Br,MAik
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5 Tips for a Successful Board Setup
Author: Karry Schupp, Senior Financial Analyst for DH Pace Company and Community Captain. The setup process for Board can be daunting. Board and your Partners are relied upon extensively during the setup process; however, they only understand your expectations based on your communication with them. After experiencing the…
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The New Board Cloud Status Page is Live!
📢 We are excited to announce that the new Board Cloud Status Page is officially live and available to all logged-in Customers and Partners through the Board Community, accessible using your Board Community login credentials. This new platform marks a significant step forward in transparency, reliability, and customer…
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best practices for upgrading to Board 14
Hello, We are thinking to upgrade to Board 14 and I would like to have the community feedback about this. We are under 12.6 version. Have you tested every single functionality before doing your upgrade to production ? We were thinking about upgrading our dev environnement, developping our evolutions and testing them on it,…
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FAQs: Using the Board Cloud Status Page
1. What is the Board Cloud Status Page? The Status Page is a pivotal tool for checking Board Cloud services' health and overseeing your environment’s health and information. It allows you to: Verify the health of Board Cloud Services (Cloud Regions, Cloud Connectors, Cloud Tenants). View ongoing incidents and scheduled…
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Level 300, Module 305 - Functional Q1, GBP not visible
Hi everyone, I’m stuck in Functional Test Question 1 for Level 300, Module 305. Despite reviewing the steps multiple times, I’m getting correct results for Classic and Double halo but any information regarding Green pearl stud is not visible on the Sales Planning page. I have tried running the planning initialization…