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SAP BW/4HANA

Analytics

Definition

SAP BW/4HANA is a data warehouse solution optimized for the SAP HANA platform, providing real-time analytics and simplified data modeling.

Detailed Description

SAP BW/4HANA is SAP's next-generation data warehousing solution, tailored for the SAP HANA platform. It offers advanced data modeling, real-time analytics, and simplified administration. BW/4HANA leverages the in-memory capabilities of SAP HANA to provide high-speed data processing and complex analytics functionalities. It is designed to handle both structured and unstructured data, enabling organizations to make faster and more informed decisions.

Key Features

  • Advanced analytics with SAP HANA
  • Enhanced performance through in-memory processing
  • Integration with SAP and non-SAP systems
  • Modern user interface with SAP Fiori
  • Real-time data integration and processing
  • Simplified data modeling and administration
  • Support for hybrid data scenarios

Common Modules

SAP BusinessObjects BI

A suite of front-end applications for business intelligence reporting and analytics.

SAP Data Services

An ETL tool for data integration and data quality.

SAP HANA

An in-memory database platform that powers BW/4HANA with high-speed data processing capabilities.