Microsoft has announced the public preview of Translytical Task Flows in Power BI, introducing a transformative feature that enables users to automate actions directly within reports. This innovation allows for real-time data modifications, dynamic notifications, and seamless integration with workflows, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

Powered by Fabric User Data Functions, the new capability supports tasks such as updating records, annotating data points, and triggering approval workflows, all within the Power BI interface. This development marks a significant step towards interactive and actionable business intelligence solutions.

Here are its capabilities:

Modify data records: Add, update, or delete data records based on filter context and report inputs.
Annotate data points: Capture and display annotations directly within the report for better context and collaboration.
Send dynamic notifications: Trigger real-time alerts to drive awareness or prompt specific actions.
Launch approval workflows: Initiate workflows that route requests for approval to designated users or admins.
Augment data: Retrieve additional data in real-time based on what's shown in your report.
Integrate custom AI: Embed tailored AI assistance or launch AI-powered workflows directly from your report view.