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Is Looker Better Than Cognos Analytics for Modern BI?

In the era of data-driven decision-making, organizations are constantly evaluating the best tools to optimize their business intelligence (BI) strategies. Two prominent platforms, Cognos Analytics and Looker , offer powerful analytics capabilities, but which is better for modern BI needs? At Squareshift, we help enterprises navigate this transition with confidence, leveraging our certified Looker experts and proven migration experience to deliver measurable results. Why Organizations Are Moving from Cognos Analytics to Looker While Cognos Analytics has been a trusted BI tool for years, modern enterprises face new challenges that demand agility, cloud-based analytics, and seamless collaboration: Legacy limitations: Cognos often requires complex setups and extensive IT support. Slower reporting: Dashboards can be less responsive with large datasets. Limited cloud adoption: Cognos primarily operates on-premises, restricting scalability. In contrast, Looker is designed for cloud-first, ...