An audit log is a record of user actions, system events or access changes that helps administrators understand what happened in a system.
Audit log
An audit log is a record of user activity, system events or access changes that helps teams understand what happened and when.
Quick facts about audit logs
Tracks activity
An audit log can show actions such as sign ins, report access, sharing events or permission changes.
Supports security
Audit logs help organizations investigate unusual activity and understand how reporting content is being used.
Useful for governance
They give administrators a clearer record of actions across users, reports and access settings.
Important in BI
In Power BI reporting, audit logs can help teams monitor report usage, access patterns and administrative changes.
What audit logs can reveal
Audit logs help teams move from guessing to evidence. Instead of only knowing that a report exists, administrators can review activity around who accessed content, when changes happened and whether sharing or permission updates need attention.
Audit logs can help answer questions such as:
- Who viewed or accessed a report
- When a report or workspace activity happened
- Whether permissions or sharing settings changed
- Which users or groups were involved in an action
This makes audit logs useful for troubleshooting, security reviews and reporting governance. They do not replace access control, but they help teams understand whether access is being used as intended.
The trail behind report access
When Power BI reports are shared with more people, visibility becomes more important. A team may need to know not only who has access, but also how reports are being used and whether important changes have been made.
For external reporting, auditability becomes part of trust. Customers, partners and internal teams may all interact with reporting in different ways, and administrators need a clear record around access and usage. Skald BI helps organizations share existing Power BI reports through a secure branded portal, with report delivery built around controlled access and a clearer experience for each audience.
Use cases
See how different types of organisations use Skald BI to share Power BI securely with employees, customers and partners.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an audit log used for?
Audit logs are used for security reviews, troubleshooting, compliance support, usage analysis and governance.
What can an audit log show in reporting?
It can show activity such as report access, sharing events, permission changes, sign ins or administrative actions, depending on the system setup.
Why are audit logs important in Power BI?
Audit logs help teams monitor report activity, investigate issues and understand how Power BI content is accessed or managed.
How do audit logs relate to Skald BI?