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 Data
Warehousing
The first step to incorporating a business intelligence solution is often the
most daunting one - gathering data from disparate sources and placing it in
a structure that supports reporting and analysis. This task is especially difficult
when you are compiling data from complex or multiple underlying systems.
Decision First focuses on providing you with an open and scalable information
infrastructure that will meet your long-term needs as your data volumes and
IT complexity grow. Our experts know how to transform data into a corporate
asset and ensure that your staff is working with timely and accurate information.
BusinessObjects Data Integrator is one of the primary tools that Decision First
uses for end-to-end integration, metadata and monitoring of source systems.
Our highly specialized expertise covers all aspects of the data warehousing
lifecycle, including:
Data
warehouse / Data mart
Need a single data mart or a full-scale data warehouse? How about an entirely new design or an augmentation to an existing one? Decision First's flexible methodology enables us to take on data warehouse projects of any size at any stage. Our phased approach allows for end users to have access to the end product sooner.
Data
modeling
A well-designed data model is the cornerstone of any successful data warehouse. Decision First designs both physical and logical data models for all leading database management systems. Data is the most important part of the data warehouse applications. However, data in a structure that does not support the business needs will not be used. A good model combines critical elements of both business requirements and data.
Data
profiling
Data profiling is a powerful tool for knowing the state of the data. Data profiling is useful both at the start of a project and throughout the process. Decision First recommends data profiling when data integration is involved, making the overall process more efficient. Data volume statistics, primary and foreign key relationships and data patterns are essential elements in the analysis and design of efficient ETL processes.
Data
quality and cleansing
A BI initiative is as good as the data delivered to the end user. In order to achieve a high level of data quality, you need a process and well-defined structure in place. Utilizing BusinessObjects Data Quality XI, Decision First ensures efficient data governance and high data quality. Data quality is contingent upon a proper data cleansing process. In fact, data cleansing is often considered the most important part of data warehousing. Decision First ensures your data quality, standardizing data elements to ensure record consistency and accuracy.
Impact
analysis
With the proliferation of data warehouses and complex integrated systems, knowing how the data relates is a tremendous asset. Making changes to front or back-end systems can directly affect the bottom line. Decision First leverages BusinessObjects Metadata Manager to facilitate any metadata managing task. Metadata Manager connects multiple disparate sources in order to consolidate, integrate and audit metadata. Decision First will work closely with you to analyze the impact of any changes in the extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) process.
Extraction,
Transformation and Loading (ETL)
ETL is the mechanism by which data integration, cleansing and warehouse/mart loading is achieved. Whether ETL is used as part of a business intelligence initiative or part of an operational process, Decision First will design and develop any ETL job. Utilizing a feature-rich ETL tool allows for greater management flexibility, ease of maintenance and significantly reduced development time.
Once we
complete your Data Integrator deployment, you will be able to design, test,
debug, edit, maintain, run, and monitor data integration jobs from one interface,
using one product, one environment, and one sign-on. The easy-to-use design
environment and built-in data preview, profiling, and debugging capabilities
help you manage growing data volumes while lowering your overall system maintenance
costs so you get the best return on your existing IT investments.
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