Introduction
Welcome back to our quarterly exploration of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) updates! This release brings a breath of fresh air to your SAC experience with the renewed home page, designed to make your workflows smoother, your tools more accessible, and your productivity higher. If you’ve ever wanted a home screen that feels tailor-made for your needs, this update is your answer. Let’s dive into the new features and see how they elevate your SAC journey.
- Smart Insights provides summary observations for the underlying chart data, including the notable contributing members from the dimensions available.
- The Insights are presented through visualizations and natural language explanations
Home Page Renewal: A Personalized, Productive Hub
The revamped SAC home page is all about putting you in the driver’s seat. With a sleek new design and expanded card options, you can now customize your home screen to reflect how you work best. Whether you’re jumping into insights, managing tasks, or accessing resources, the new home page makes it easier than ever to get to what matters most—fast.
What’s New?
This update introduces a range of new card options alongside the familiar ones you already love. These cards act as shortcuts to tools, tasks, and insights, letting you craft a home screen that’s uniquely yours. Here’s a quick look at what’s available:
Existing Cards (Still Supported):
- Data Change Insight: Stay on top of key data shifts with quick summaries.
- Calendar Tasks: Track and manage your deadlines right from the home page.
- Recent Files: Access your latest stories and models in a single click.
- Featured Files: Pin important files for instant visibility.
New Cards:
- Just Ask: Launch queries or actions with a conversational interface.
- Onboarding: Guide new users with tailored tutorials and tips.
- Quick Action: Trigger common tasks like creating a story or running a data action.
- Resources: Access help documents, templates, and community links in one place.
- Plus, many more to explore!
Why It Matters
The beauty of this update lies in its flexibility. You can mix and match cards to create a layout that suits your role—whether you’re an analyst diving into data, a planner managing workflows, or a business user seeking quick insights. The streamlined design reduces clicks, speeds up access, and fosters a modern, intuitive experience that screams innovation.
Key Benefits:
- Personalization: Arrange and prioritize cards to match your workflow.
- Efficiency: Get to tools and insights faster with a clutter-free interface.
- Usability: A clean, modern look makes navigation a breeze for all users.
How to Get Started
Ready to make the new home page your own? It’s as simple as a few clicks:
- Log into SAC and head to the home page.
- Click the personalization icon to add, remove, or rearrange cards.
- Choose from existing cards like Data Change Insight or explore new ones like Just Ask or Quick Action.
- Save your layout, and voilà—your customized home screen is ready!
Best Practices
- Start Small: Add a few key cards to avoid overwhelming your layout, then tweak as needed.
- Align with Your Role: For example, planners might prioritize Calendar Tasks, while analysts might lean on Data Change Insight or Quick Action.
- Experiment with New Cards: Try the Just Ask card for quick queries or the Resources card to stay connected to SAC’s community and help content.
Why This Update Shines
The renewed home page isn’t just a cosmetic refresh—it’s a thoughtful redesign that empowers you to work smarter. By blending familiar tools with new, innovative cards, SAC delivers a home screen that adapts to your needs while keeping usability front and center. It’s a perfect example of how SAC continues to evolve, making analytics and planning more intuitive and impactful.
What’s Next?
The home page renewal is just one of the exciting updates in this quarter’s SAC release. Stay tuned for our next post, where we’ll unpack more features designed to supercharge your analytics experience. In the meantime, dive into the new home page, customize your layout, and let us know in the comments how it’s transforming your SAC workflow!
