IBM Cognos Analytics Release 7+ Authoring Improvements: Demos of New and Reintroduced Features
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Add interactivity to reports with OLAP data, create briefing book-style reports based on existing reports using report references and tables of contents, use the report pages framework to combine presentations into a single report and increase efficiency in report building. View the video recording and download this deck at: http://www.senturus.com/resources/cool-improvements-for-report-developers-in-cognos-analytics-r7/. Senturus, a business analytics consulting firm, has a resource library with hundreds of free recorded webinars, trainings, demos and unbiased product reviews. Take a look and share them with your colleagues and friends: http://www.senturus.com/resources/.
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IBM Cognos Analytics Release 7+ Authoring Improvements: Demos of New and Reintroduced Features
- 1. IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS RELEASE 7+ AUTHORING IMPROVEMENTS Technical Demos of New and Reintroduced Features
- 2. • Introductions • IBM Cognos Analytics v11 Rapid Releases – Where do things stand today? – Why was R7 such a big deal? • IBM Cognos Analytics v11 Demos – Exploring data – deep dive into synchronized drill-down – Tips and tricks for increased productivity – Combining reports using report reference objects • IBM Cognos Analytics v11 Demos – Creating a briefing book report with bookmarks • Senturus Overview • Additional Resources • Q&A and Wrap-up Agenda ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. 2
- 3. PRESENTERS ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. Albert Valdez Vice-President of Learning Solutions Senturus, Inc. Greg Herrera President and Co-Founder Senturus, Inc. 3
- 4. Hundreds of Free Resources www.senturus.com/resources/ ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. 4
- 5. This slide deck is from the webinar IBM Cognos Analytics Release 7+ Authoring Improvements To view the FREE video recording, download this deck or read the Q & A go to: http://www.senturus.com/resources/cool-improvements-for- report-developers-in-cognos-analytics-r7/ Hear the Recording Copyright 2017 Senturus, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
- 6. IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS RAPID RELEASES HIGHLIGHTS OF EACH RELEASE (TO-DATE)
- 7. The IBM Cognos Analytics Rapid Releases - History ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. R3 – July 2016 •Dashboard calculations and filters •Multiple packages in reporting •Interactivity in modeling UI R9 – December 2017 • Latitude/longitude support in dashboards • Full-screen mode in dashboards • Reporting enhancements: • Support for function tree in data modules • Improved integration with Planning Analytics – subset support • Better 3rd party integration – support for Microsoft Office 11.0.0 R5 – November 2016 •FM packages in dashboards •Mapping and new visualizations •Infographics and nav model •Embed and share content •Portal customizations R4 – September 2016 •Dashboard conditional highlighting •Refresh timer for widgets •Portal theming and extensibility •Storytelling R6 – March 2017 •OLAP support in dashboards •Dashboard widget connectivity •Mapping enhancements •Storytelling enhancements •Shortcuts and report views R7 – August 2017 •New UI for Portal, Dashboard and Modules •Filter enhancements in dashboards and reporting •Additional visualizations •New logging framework R8 – November 2017 •Default Run As •Ambiguous connections for dashboards and modules •Image library in reporting •Lat/long support in reports •Kiosk mode in storytelling 7
- 8. The IBM Cognos Analytics Rapid Releases - Future ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. • March 2018: R10 – Expected to have significant enhancements • June 2018: R11 – Expected to also have major enhancements • What’s the Bottom Line? – Upgrades can be installed “on top of” existing environments – Minimally disruptive, HOWEVER – Watch out for UI changes and other impacts to existing users – Coordinate your training plan on a consistent release – Run a Sandbox on new release to be sure prior to switching over 8
- 9. http://www.senturus.com/?p=7857 Demo #1: Synchronized OLAP Behavior is Back by Default Demo #2: Authoring Productivity Hints, Explore data, to Save Time and Combine Reports Demo #3: Briefing Book Reports with Enhanced Navigation Using Table of Contents and Bookmarks View a Recording of The Following Demos Copyright 2017 Senturus, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
- 10. The IBM Cognos Author – The Path Forward ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. • Keep Building Skills – Continue to invest in training – Cognos 10 skills and content (Report Studio and Workspace Advanced) will not become obsolete • Check Out What’s New – V11 New Features training – Experienced Authors? – Take a day to transition – Senturus Resources – YouTube • Plan to Take Advantage of New Features – Data modules and dashboarding – Want a quick overview of the entire new environment? – Take a full day, get hands-on including light authoring – Short on time? Take a ½ day to get a feel for what’s new 10
- 11. Senturus Overview of IBM Cognos Analytics Training ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. Suggested Attendees by Role New Professional Authors Professional Authoring with IBM Cognos Analytics (2 – 10 days total) Business Authors/Analysts IBM Cognos Analytics Overview and Self-Service Authoring (1 day) Consumers Senturus Classes IBM Cognos Analytics OLAP Data Exploration (1 day) IBM Cognos Self-Service Analytics with Dashboards and Data Modules (1 day) Tools Used ReportingReportingData Modules, Dashboarding Optional – OLAP Only IBM Cognos Analytics Overview and New Features Jumpstart (1/2 day) Existing Professional Authors Professional Authoring with IBM Cognos Analytics (2 – 10 days total) Reporting 11
- 12. Computer-Based Training for Large Groups ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. • Senturus computer based training (CBT) for companies that have more than 100 employees requiring training on the same business analytics topic • Current CBT course offerings (if don’t see a topic you need, let us know and we can develop the course) – IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS OVERVIEW AND NEW FEATURES (JUMPSTART) – IBM COGNOS SELF-SERVICE ANALYTICS WITH DASHBOARDS AND DATA MODULES (JUMPSTART) – IBM COGNOS ANALYTICS (V11) NEW FEATURES FOR EXPERIENCES AUTHORS (JUMPSTART) • The Jumpstart series courses are designed to be light and provide a basic proficiency with the relevant tools (not mastery) 12
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- 15. • Dashboards, Reporting & Visualizations • Data Preparation & Modern Data Warehousing • Self-Service Business Analytics • Big Data & Advanced Analytics • Planning & Forecasting Systems • Proprietary Analytics Connector Software Business Analytics Architects ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. 15
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- 18. *Custom, tailored training also available* Cognos Training Options – All Classes updated to 11.0.7 (Release 7) ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. Q1 dates open, seats filling quickly! 18
- 19. Our dedicated integration and upgrade staff provides expertise and guidance to smoothly migrate your system to a stable platform with minimal impact on end users • Quick Start - Installation and configuration of development environment plus full documentation • Full Upgrade Implementation - Full-service implementation across all appropriate environments http://www.senturus.com/ibm-cognos-upgrade-services/ Contact us at: [email protected] or 888 601 6010 ext. 85 Upgrade Assistance – Two Options ©2018 Senturus, Inc. All rights reserved. 19
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- 22. Thank You! www.senturus.com [email protected] 888 601 6010 Copyright 2018 by Senturus, Inc. This entire presentation is copyrighted and may not be reused or distributed without the written consent of Senturus, Inc. 22