MicroStrategy
What it is: Enterprise analytics and mobility platform. Mobile-first design with advanced security features.
What It Does Best
Mobile analytics. Native iOS and Android apps. Offline dashboards, push alerts, location-based insights.
HyperIntelligence. Zero-click analytics overlay on any web page. Hover over metrics to see instant insights without leaving context.
Semantic layer. Centralized business logic and metrics. Single source of truth across all reports and dashboards.
Pricing
MicroStrategy Cloud: Starting at $600/month (unlimited users)
Free Desktop: Full desktop version (personal use)
Enterprise: Custom pricing (on-premises)
When to Use It
✅ Mobile-first analytics requirements
✅ Large organization (10,000+ users)
✅ Need strict security and governance
✅ Want unlimited user licensing model
When NOT to Use It
❌ Small team (too complex)
❌ Quick setup needed (long implementation)
❌ Limited IT resources for maintenance
Bottom line: Enterprise powerhouse with strong mobile capabilities. Best for large organizations with complex security needs. Unlimited user model can be cost-effective at scale.