Report Types
Different report types serve various stakeholder needs from operational monitoring to executive summaries.
Operational Reports
Daily operational reports summarize system status and events. Include device health, alert summary, and key metrics. Focus on actionable information for operations teams. Highlight exceptions requiring attention.
Compliance Reports
Document regulatory and policy compliance status. Include audit trails for inspections and maintenance. Track safety metrics and incident statistics. Format for regulatory submission requirements.
Executive Summaries
High-level overview of system performance and ROI. Trend analysis showing improvement over time. Key performance indicators aligned with business objectives. Visual presentation suitable for leadership review.
Custom Reports
Build reports tailored to specific analysis needs. Combine data from multiple sources (drone, CCTV, IoT). Create ad-hoc queries for investigation. Save custom reports as templates for reuse.
Report Builder
The report builder interface provides tools for creating customized reports.
Data Selection
Select data sources to include in report. Choose metrics and dimensions for analysis. Apply filters to focus on relevant data. Set date ranges for historical analysis.
Visualization Options
Add charts, tables, and visual elements. Configure chart types appropriate for each metric. Customize colors, labels, and formatting. Include images and annotations where relevant.
Layout Design
Arrange report sections in logical order. Add headers, footers, and page numbers. Include table of contents for longer reports. Design for both screen viewing and print output.
Automated Reporting
Schedule reports for automatic generation and distribution.
Schedule Configuration
Set report generation frequency (daily, weekly, monthly). Configure generation time to ensure data completeness. Set timezone for consistent scheduling. Enable/disable schedules without deleting configuration.
Distribution Lists
Configure email recipients per report. Create distribution groups for team routing. Include external stakeholders with appropriate permissions. Set different distributions for different report versions.
Conditional Reports
Trigger reports based on events or thresholds. Generate incident reports automatically when alerts occur. Create exception reports only when anomalies detected. Configure conditions using report builder interface.
Export Options
Export reports in various formats for sharing and integration.
PDF Export
Professional format suitable for formal distribution. Preserves layout and visualization formatting. Include company branding and letterhead. Optimize for print or digital viewing.
Excel Export
Tabular format for further analysis. Preserves data relationships and formulas where applicable. Include multiple worksheets for complex reports. Enable recipient analysis and manipulation.
Data Export
Raw data export in CSV or JSON formats. Enable integration with external tools. Include metadata for data interpretation. Configure column selection and formatting.
Business Integration
Connect reporting capabilities with existing business systems.
BI Tool Integration
Connect to Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms. Enable direct data queries from BI tools. Maintain data freshness with scheduled sync. Leverage BI tool visualization capabilities.
API Access
Programmatic access to report generation. Embed reports in custom applications. Automate report distribution workflows. Query underlying data for custom analysis.
Collaboration Tools
Share reports to SharePoint or similar platforms. Enable team discussion on report findings. Track report access and engagement. Integrate with project management workflows.
Insights and Analysis
Transform report data into actionable insights.
Trend Analysis
Identify patterns over time in operational data. Compare current performance to historical baselines. Detect seasonal or cyclical variations. Project future trends based on historical patterns.
Anomaly Detection
Automatically identify unusual patterns in data. Flag deviations from expected ranges. Investigate root causes of anomalies. Configure sensitivity for anomaly alerting.
Comparative Analysis
Compare performance across sites, equipment, or time periods. Benchmark against industry standards or targets. Identify best practices from top performers. Track improvement initiatives over time.
