Reduce the Query latency and Improve the Dataset refresh times with Power BI Dataset Scale-out

As data guy, we all know the importance of query response times and the role that it plays in the success of any data analytics application.

Customers always expect low latency times on queries they want, and it's very difficult to maintain low query latency with high concurrent query demand and no query load balancing.

To address these issues, Microsoft recently announced the Public Preview of the Power BI scale-out ( Read Replicas) option to handle the high query demands in critical times.

Power BI Dataset Scale-out Benefits

Enable Power BI Dataset Scale-out Option

Power BI Dataset Scale-Out is enabled by default for a tenant. However, we need to enable it for each workspace individually. So let's see how we can enable it for your workspace

1. Connect to Power BI Portal → Open your Workspace → Click on Settings and check the below