The definitive reference for building actionable business intelligence—completely revised for SAP BusinessObjects BI 4.0.

SAP BusinessObjects BI 4.0: The Complete Reference explains how to create actionable BI across the enterprise using SAP BusinessObjects BI 4.0, the newest release of BusinessObjects. The book is a one-stop resource that contains step-by-step instructions on how to design and build powerful universes, integrate security, execute efficient queries, and distribute the results.

Learn how to create an implementation strategy that fits business goals, define and manage users, and integrate reports into Web and Windows applications. All of the new and updated features of 4.0 are covered in full detail, and five new chapters are included.

SAP BusinessObjects BI 4.0: The Complete Reference

• Covers design, implementation, migration, security, and advanced features
• Shows how to develop a visionary BusinessObjects deployment strategy
• Explains how to migrate existing deployments to BusinessObjects BI 4.0
• Reveals how to use Designer to create robust universes aligned with the business goals that empower users to answer their own questions
• Provides techniques for translating complex business questions into simple, efficient Web Intelligence queries
• Includes tips for designing reports that facilitate insight with richly formatted tables, charts, alerters, and report formulas
• Explains how to create interactive reports that dynamically sort, filter, rank, and drill through to detail at a simple mouse click