Has the necessity of BI tools changed after the spread of AI?

Approximately 90% of the respondents support the necessity of BI tools, and 54.2% answered that the necessity has increased.

What are the main reasons BI tools are still needed in the AI era?

The most common reason is 'Real-time data monitoring and anomaly detection are difficult with AI alone (58.7%)', followed by the need for report creation and data integration.

What is the most requested AI integration feature for BI tools?

The most requested feature is 'AI-based automatic detection and alerting of data anomalies and trends (70.3%)'.

Which is prioritized, domestically produced or foreign-made BI tools?

50.5% of respondents answered that they prioritize domestically produced BI tools.

[Survey] About 90% Still See Need for BI Tools in AI Era; 'Real-time Visualization' Tops Selection Criteria

Q: What is the most important criterion for selecting BI tools in the AI era?

The top criterion is 'Real-time data visualization and monitoring functions (53.6%)'.

Published May 26, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 4:53 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

WingArc1st surveyed 550 BI managers. The findings show that the necessity of BI tools remains high despite the spread of generative AI, with real-time visualization and AI integration being key selection drivers.

WingArc1st Inc., provider of the BI and AI-integrated data application platform 'MotionBoard,' conducted a survey on BI selection criteria in the AI era, targeting 550 professionals involved in the introduction or operation of BI tools at companies with 100+ employees.

Survey Summary: - Over 90% of BI managers have experienced data analysis/visualization using AI. - Even after the rise of AI, about 90% support the necessity of BI tools, with 54.2% stating that the 'necessity is increasing.' - 93.1% prioritize the richness of AI integration features when selecting a BI tool.

Key Findings: 1. 92.9% of managers have experience with AI-assisted data analysis. 2. Regarding necessity, 54.2% feel it is 'increasing,' and 34.9% feel it is 'unchanged.' 3. The top reason for BI's necessity is 'real-time data monitoring and anomaly detection are difficult with AI alone (58.7%).' 4. The primary selection criterion is 'real-time data visualization and monitoring functions (53.6%).' 5. The most desired AI integration is 'automated detection and alerting of data anomalies/trends (70.3%).' 6. 50.5% of managers prioritize 'domestic (Japanese) BI tools.'

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Source: PR TIMES
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Products / services: MotionBoard

[Survey] About 90% Still See Need for BI Tools in AI Era; 'Real-time Visualization' Tops Selection Criteria

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