CData Connect is a cloud-based integration platform-as-a-service that provides a single point of access for various cloud data sources, including CRM, ERP, databases, and warehouses. It enables self-service analytics and business intelligence by connecting to live cloud data through a universally accessible interface: SQL. This allows users to build real-time dashboards on top of live data without replicating their data or installing gateways. CData Connect offers enhanced manageability through user profiles with varying permissions and data source access, as well as connectivity to popular cloud data sources, differentiating it from other analytics platforms. By leveraging CData Connect, users can gain actionable insights through their favorite cloud analytics platform, making it easier to work with cloud BI and analytics tools.