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Bend the cosmos to your will! For SAP data and non-SAP data alike, this comprehensive resource spans universe creation to universe publication. Learn to build single- and multisource data foundations and business layers and to convert UNV to UNX using the Information Design Tool. Using step-by-step instructions and guiding screenshots, explore the important Information Design Tool features and functionalities that will put intelligent design within your grasp.

1. Information Design Tool
Explore its interface and find tips to design and manage universes that fit your needs.

2. Not Just Semantics
Begin with a conversation on the fundamental role of the semantic layer and then move into the pillars of universe design: the data foundation and the business layer.

3. Connecting to any Data Source and to SAP Systems
Connect to any relational data source or OLAP cube with your universe, and make sure you´re using the right parameters and access methods to retrieve enterprise data from SAP systems.

4. Publishing and Sharing Universes
Learn how to make universes available for consumption by SAP BusinessObjects BI tools and for collaboration with other designers.

5. Comparing the Old with the New
Differentiate between universes created with the Universe Design Tool and Information Design Tool, and learn how to convert UNV to UNX.

Highlights include:

Semantic layer
Information Design Tool
Multidimensional universes
Connections, data foundations, and business layers
Federating data with multisource universes
Query panels
Publishing and retrieving universes
Shared resources
Universe security
Multilingual universes
Connecting with SAP ERP, SAP NetWeaver BW, and SAP HANA

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Ah-Soon, Christian
Christian Ah-Soon has worked for SAP BusinessObjects for 13 years as a program manager on transversal areas like administration, security, internationalization, and installation. For the last major release, SAP BusinessObjects BI 4.0, he worked on the Semantic Layer team. Christian holds a Ph.D. in computer science and graduated from TELECOM Nancy.

Mazoué, Didier
Didier Mazoué works for SAP as a member of the SAP BusinessObjects platform team, where he is the product owner for the semantic layer. He has years of experience with the SAP BusinessObjects product offerings.

Vezzosi, Pierpaolo
Pierpaolo Vezzosi works at SAP as a member of the SAP BusinessObjects platform team, where he is the director of solution management for the semantic layer. He has years of experience with the SAP BusinessObjects product offerings.

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