Why is performance optimization critical for BI systems?

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Performance optimization is critical because slow dashboards reduce user trust and adoption.
In one project, users stopped using the report when load time exceeded 20 seconds.
Fast performance supports quick decision-making during review meetings.
Large datasets without optimization can cause refresh failures or timeouts.
Poor performance also increases infrastructure cost due to inefficient queries.
Optimized models improve scalability as data volume grows.
It reduces dependency on IT support for frequent performance issues.
Overall, speed and stability directly impact business value of BI systems.

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