Integrating your Cisco phone database with Power BI for data analysis and reporting is straightforward, especially when leveraging tools like Cisco’s AXL (Administrative XML Web Service) and Metropolis’s Expo XT. Here’s how you can do it:
- Data Preparation in Power BI
Begin by using Power Query in Power BI to clean your exported data from Cisco UCM. This involves removing duplicates, standardizing formats (like phone numbers), and renaming columns for better clarity.
- Importing and Modeling Data
Once your data is cleaned, import it into Power BI using the Get Data > CSV option. Then, in the Model view, establish relationships between your tables, such as linking the NUM Plan with the Device Pool, to facilitate comprehensive analysis.
- Automating with Cisco AXL
To streamline data retrieval and management, you can use Cisco’s AXL API. AXL allows for programmatic access to CUCM data, including device pools and directory numbers, reducing manual tasks. For more information, refer to the Cisco AXL Developer Guide at developer.cisco.com/docs/axl and the AXL Python SDK documentation at ciscoaxl.readthedocs.io/en/latest/install.
- Streamlining with Metropolis Solutions
For a more integrated solution, consider using Expo XT Cisco UCM for Power BI. This tool simplifies the process of integrating Cisco UCM data with Power BI and provides advanced analytics and real-time insights. It’s an excellent choice for organizations aiming to enhance their data analysis without extensive manual intervention. You can find more details on AppSource.
For further assistance, the Expo XT Cisco UCM Assistant is also available to guide you through the process.
If you have any more questions or need further help, feel free to ask!
-CDRGURU at Metropolis
