The Semantic Layer allows for powerful analysis of any relational database based on time. The ability for administrators to create complex time-based measures and filters, means that business users can access the data they need to answer any adhoc questions. We covered these topics in more detail in the previous two posts. In the past, [...]
Supercharge Your Universe with Time-Series Analysis – Part 2
Using time is one of the most important ways to analyze information. Each day, week, month and year is unique and can best be understood within it's specific context. In my last post, we showed how you can use the Semantic Layer to create time-based filters. Today we are going to discuss Time Specific Measures. [...]
Supercharge Your Universe with Time-Series Analysis – Part 1
To some degree or another, as we close out the year, we will all reflect on 2009 and what has been accomplished. There are always things we might have done better, but looking at things over the time helps to put them in perspective-- both in life and in business. This is the first in [...]
BusinessObjects Installation Best Practice
When installing any SAP BusinessObjects software, I find that it's always best to have WinRAR nearby. Just as a spoonful of sugar, it helps the medicine go down, WinRAR give you the control you need when disk resources are tight. I was reminded of this again when I downloaded the new version of Xcelsius 2008 [...]
Need to Feel Good about BusinessObjects?
Looking Forward to 2010 Over and over again I get questions from customers wondering what the future for the BusinessObjects product suite holds now that it has been acquired by software giant SAP. Much of what we have heard over the last twelve months has been about product roadmaps and integration centered clearly around SAP [...]