About This Architecture

Hybrid BI architecture connecting on-premises ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics, custom) and SQL databases to cloud-based Power BI via the On-Premises Data Gateway. The gateway acts as a secure bridge, enabling real-time data refresh and connectivity without exposing internal systems to the internet. This pattern solves the challenge of centralizing analytics across legacy enterprise systems while maintaining data residency and security compliance. Fork this diagram on Diagrams.so to customize gateway configurations, add additional data sources, or document your own hybrid BI topology. The gateway supports scheduled refresh, DirectQuery, and import modes depending on latency and data volume requirements.

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How do I connect on-premises ERP systems and SQL databases to Power BI while maintaining security and compliance?

Use the On-Premises Data Gateway to create a secure bridge between your on-premises ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics, custom) and SQL databases to Power BI Service. The gateway enables real-time data refresh and supports DirectQuery or import modes without exposing internal systems to the internet, maintaining data residency and compliance requirements.