This document discusses the complexity of modern business intelligence platforms and the challenges of managing them at scale. It notes that BI platforms have many interdependent components that must work together, including data sources, databases, administration, security, interfaces, analytics tools, and reporting. Any issues with performance can significantly impact business operations like decision making, reporting, compliance, and staff productivity. As BI platforms are complex ecosystems, a single problem in one area can affect overall performance. Smart tools are needed to monitor all the potential factors that could influence BI platform health.