What action should be avoided when using standard reports?

Updating the report summary directly is an action that should be avoided when using standard reports in NetSuite SuiteAnalytics. This is because standard reports are often designed to reflect real-time or controlled data sets, where integrity and consistency are paramount. Altering the summary could lead to discrepancies, misinterpretations, or inaccuracies in the data presented.

Standard reports serve as predefined templates that ensure uniformity across user experiences. By changing the report summary directly, users risk introducing errors that could affect decision-making processes. It is essential to maintain the integrity of the summary to ensure that the report continues to serve its intended purpose of providing accurate and reliable information.

Conversely, actions such as drilling down for detailed views, comparing data from other reports, and summarizing sales data are beneficial practices. Drilling down allows users to view raw data and gain insights into specific transactions, while comparing data across different reports provides a broader context for analysis, which can lead to more informed business decisions.