In a world where every decision matters, companies that turn data into operational intelligence gain a decisive edge. A major European infrastructure operator embraced this transformation – partnering with Ivy Partners to make it happen.
It all began with an ambitious, organization-wide Power BI industrialization program, designed to bring consistency, agility, and strategic value to data use across the organization. This large-scale initiative laid the foundation for my mission as a consultant—supporting the Infrastructure Department in turning data into a real performance driver.
At the intersection of technical complexity and business expectations, we launched a deep transformation of data governance, with one clear goal: to establish a structured, sustainable, and agile system to manage activities with precision and confidence.
A Transformation Driven by Business Value
When this infrastructure operator called on Ivy Partners, the challenge was clear: move away from fragmented reporting towards an integrated data culture focused on action.
Thanks to the Power BI industrialization project, we were able to step in and lead a mission with a strong business orientation, which included:
- Building a solid data governance framework to ensure security, consistency, and long-term sustainability of reports.
- Aligning tools with real business needs, through structured workshops, prioritization frameworks, and a clear project methodology.
- Delivering high-impact dashboards that convert raw data into measurable performance levers.
Dashboards That Speak the Language of Operations
At the heart of the project were dashboards designed with—and for—business users. Each report was conceived as a decision-making tool, grounded in operational reality. A few concrete examples:
- Economic mapping of operational buildings: Full visualization of investments, CAPEX/OPEX flows, and rental income by building.
- Monitoring of faulty equipment: Dashboard to prioritize interventions, trace root causes, and improve maintenance performance.
- Availability tracking of critical systems: Real-time monitoring of MTTR (Mean Time To Repair), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure), failure rates, and vendor performance.
- Inbound request management: Detailed analysis of response times, workload distribution, and bottlenecks.
- Team workload planning: Optimal visibility into assignments, priorities, and workload management.
Each visualization answers a specific question. Every KPI feeds a decision. And each user gains autonomy, clarity, and responsiveness.
The Power of Structured Execution
This initiative was far more than a technical implementation – it was above all an organizational success, made possible by a rigorous methodology:
- Clear definition of roles (Power BI Admins, SuperPowerUsers, Data Owners)
- Documentation and standardization of sources and measures
- Row-Level Security implementation for finely tuned access management
- Validation and deployment pipeline based on a “business-first” logic
This high level of discipline ensures not only the reliability of analytics, but more importantly, their long-term adoption by users.
Ivy Partners: Unlocking Performance Through Data
This success story perfectly illustrates Ivy Partners’ mission: helping organizations structure, secure, and extract value from their data assets, with a relentless focus on business impact.
In a world where information volumes are exploding, having strong foundations is a game-changer. This project proves that it’s possible to combine technical agility, business alignment, and operational excellence.
What we built with this European infrastructure organization goes far beyond a Power BI project. It represents a cultural shift – a clear demonstration that, with the right tools, the right method, and the right partner, data can become a sustainable competitive advantage.
At Ivy Partners, we believe every organization holds untapped performance potential. Our mission: to unlock it through data!
About the Author
Naguib Maoulida
Naguib Maoulida is a Data & BI Engineer at Ivy Partners. With over 5 years of experience in the data field, Naguib has developed a solid expertise in data engineering, analytics, and product ownership. Through his consulting experience, he has successfully supported numerous large organizations across various industries (watchmaking, airport, pharmaceuticals, etc.) in transforming their data into valuable insights. His expertise spans the entire data value chain, from architecture and modeling to data quality and visualization. Naguib’s projects have led to optimized decision-making processes, improved performance, and the development of new products and services. His methodical approach and ability to work effectively in teams make him a valuable asset for any digital transformation project.