MICROSOFT EXCEL

excel.cloud.microsoft · Redmond, United States of America

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet software application developed and sold by Microsoft as part of the Microsoft 365 productivity suite and as a standalone product, used by individuals and organizations for data analysis, modeling, reporting, and automation. It generates revenue primarily through Microsoft 365 subscription plans and perpetual software licenses. The excel.cloud.microsoft domain is a product-related subdomain of Microsoft Corporation rather than a separate company.

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  • Data Warehousing & Lakes
Revenue
$245.0B
Employees
221,000
Founded
1975
Headquarters
Redmond, United States of America

What 231 Arbolus experts think of MICROSOFT EXCEL

The Net Promoter Score distribution is overwhelmingly positive, with most experts rating Excel 8 or higher, and many selecting 9 or 10. Renewal intent is strong, particularly among high-usage roles, with long-term stickiness evidenced by the majority reporting usage for more than a year. Key qualitative themes include praise for Excel’s flexibility, analysis power, and reliability, while main concerns focus on version control and collaboration limits for large multi-user scenarios.Overall Customer Sentiment: Positive

Who reviewed MICROSOFT EXCEL

Total customers 231 218 current · 13 former
Reviews growth +220 in six months
Seniority of respondents
  • C-Suite 52% (120)
  • Director 23% (53)
  • Manager 26% (60)
Finance Leader Director NPS 9 Will renew
Engineering Manager Not specified NPS 8
Generalist Partner C-Suite NPS 10

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Sentiment

78 Net Promoter Score, from 230 scored reviews
  • Promoters 187
  • Passives 36
  • Detractors 7

Cumulative NPS by month

+0 over 6 months
  • May 9
  • Jun 9
  • Jul 9
  • Aug 9
  • Sep 9
  • Oct 9

Net Promoter Score across 9 reviews, accumulated up to each month. Category median 28 across 9 companies.

Praised

  • Enhanced Automation and Natural Language
  • AI-Driven Analysis
  • Integration with ERP and AI
  • Versatility and Flexibility

Criticised

  • Complexity and Manual Effort
  • Automated Code-First Platforms
  • Collaboration Gaps and Alternatives
  • Scalability and Complexity

What customers say

Versatility and Flexibility
“I rely on Excel for everything from simple calculations to sophisticated data analysis and modeling. Its flexibility lets me quickly manipulate data, test assumptions, and structure analysis for any need.”
Critical Data Analysis Tool
“Excel’s flexibility, built-in formulas, and ability to organize operational data allow me to move rapidly from raw data to actionable performance insights and scenario modeling.”
Universal Compatibility
“The main reason I use Excel is its compatibility with files shared by other organizations and its ability to handle complex analysis and larger datasets better than alternatives like Google Sheets.”

Renewal intent

Plan to renew 87%
  • Will renew 26
  • Undecided 3
  • Not renewing 1

Plan to renew, by seniority

  • C-Suite 81% 16 answers
  • Director 83% 6 answers
  • Manager 100% 4 answers
  • Not specified 100% 4 answers
  • 9.4/10 Average score from customers who will renew
  • 9/10 Average score from undecided customers
  • 10/10 Average score from customers not renewing

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