The next generation tools are more graphical and extremely analytical. The objectives of these next generation tools are data discovery and self service. They have collaboration capabilities. Mobility, too, is an important aspect which a lot of these types of tools provide.

Some of the prevalent tools are Qlik, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, Lumira, Tibco, and a few more.

The way every tool works is different and architecture varies a lot. These tools are now being looked at very keenly. Right implementation of such tools will be most challenging for the consultant.

The challenges will vary with each customer, and even with the type of tool the company uses. The best approach in such a circumstance is to get into the details of the reason a client is wanting to do a switch to Qlik. Each reason must be carefully studied and the consultant must be prepared to address them all in the Qlik solution he/she will develop.