The database capabilities of Excel are very powerful. In fact, not only can Excel be used to create a simple searchable database, it also can be used to create a proper relational database.

For detailed analysis, you can create a central dashboard with slicers, timelines, and charts. To learn more, check out our dedicated guide on creating PivotTables in Excel.

If your business has an Oracle database you can create a process called a query to extract data to Excel.

Excel’s database functions are often overlooked, yet they have the potential to transform complex data management tasks.

We all know that in uncertain times, a forecast underlies a company's success or failure. Forecasts keep prices low by optimizing business operations-including cash flow, production, staff, and ...

Excel tables have many benefits that regular spreadsheets lack. The biggest is the option to use data from multiple tables to create queries and reports.

When collaborating in Excel, sometimes the collaboration can be distracting. Here's how to make a static image so you can do your own work without interruption.

Here's how to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data, letting you perform in-depth analyses and spot important trends.

Data validation is the foundation of creating drop-down lists in Excel. By setting up data validation rules, you can create lists that automatically update as your data changes.