Open source BI solutions have become serious alternatives to proprietary software, with over 25 open source projects providing tools for data warehousing and full BI suites, allowing for lower costs, easy integration, and customization compared to traditional options. However, open source BI may require large customization needs, and lack maintenance, support, or features needed for all use cases. Popular open source BI tools include Eclipse BIRT, Jasper Reports, and Pentaho.

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2. Open Source BI Open Source BI solutions have become serious alternatives to traditional proprietary licensed software with over 25 open source projects providing a wide variety of tools for data warehousing and full BI suites. Open Source BI is more than just making the source available for free. There are standards to adhere to as well.

3. Benefits of Open Source BI Lower costs Easy integration Ease of customization Quick Delivery Transparency

4. Disadvantages of Open Source BI Large customization needs Maintenance and support Product/feature issues not ideal for all or does not cover all areas Long term cycle could vary drastically.

5. Open Source BI Tools Eclipse BIRT www.eclipse.org/BIRT Jasper Reports from Jaspersoft www.jaspersoft.com Pentaho www.pentaho.com Mondrian, greenplum, And many more…

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