A Highly Interactive Training Course On
SAP Business Objects: Advanced Reporting and Analytics
Master Enterprise Reporting, Dashboards, and Advanced Analytics with SAP BO
Course Introduction
In a highly competitive and data-centric business landscape, organizations rely on advanced analytics and enterprise reporting to make informed, timely decisions. Accurate data interpretation, interactive reporting, and meaningful visualization are no longer optional—they are essential for tracking performance, identifying trends, and supporting strategic initiatives. SAP BusinessObjects is a leading business intelligence platform that empowers organizations to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights across all functional areas.
The SAP Business Objects: Advanced Reporting and Analytics Training Course is designed to deepen participants’ expertise in enterprise reporting and analytics within SAP’s Business Intelligence ecosystem. This training course explores the complete analytical lifecycle, including data connectivity, universe design, report development, dashboard creation, and advanced analytics. Participants will gain a strong understanding of how SAP BusinessObjects integrates seamlessly with SAP HANA, SAP BW, and external data sources to deliver reliable, self-service analytics for operational teams and senior management alike.
Through a balanced blend of theory and hands-on exercises, this SAP BusinessObjects Reporting Course enables participants to design, build, and manage professional reports that support operational visibility and strategic decision-making. Delegates will develop the capability to convert raw data into compelling analytical narratives that drive performance improvement, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
Key highlights of this training course include:
- Understanding SAP BusinessObjects architecture and BI ecosystem integration
- Designing universes and semantic layers for accurate reporting
- Creating interactive reports using Web Intelligence and Crystal Reports
- Developing dashboards and visual analytics for executive decision-making
- Applying best practices for performance optimization and governance
Training Objectives
By the end of this SAP Business Objects Advanced Reporting and Analytics Training Course, participants will be able to confidently apply SAP BusinessObjects tools and techniques to support enterprise-wide reporting and analytics requirements.
- Understand the overall architecture, core components, and workflow of SAP BusinessObjects within SAP’s BI ecosystem
- Connect to multiple data sources, including SAP HANA, SAP BW, and external systems, to support unified analytics
- Design and manage analytical universes using the Universe Designer and Information Design Tools
- Create, publish, and manage professional reports using SAP Web Intelligence and Crystal Reports
- Develop interactive dashboards and data visualizations for management and executive reporting
- Apply KPIs, metrics, and analytical techniques to monitor business performance effectively
- Implement governance, security, and best practices to ensure scalable and reliable BI environments
Training Methodology
This SAP BusinessObjects Reporting and Analytics Training Course employs a structured and interactive learning methodology designed to maximize knowledge retention and practical application. Participants are guided through core concepts using instructor-led presentations that clearly explain SAP BO architecture, reporting tools, and analytical frameworks. These sessions are reinforced through group discussions that encourage knowledge sharing and real-world interpretation of BI challenges.
Practical, hands-on exercises form a central part of the training course, allowing participants to apply concepts in realistic business scenarios. Workshops, case studies, and guided demonstrations ensure delegates gain confidence in using SAP BusinessObjects tools for report creation, dashboard development, and advanced analytics. This balanced approach ensures participants leave with both conceptual understanding and practical skills that can be immediately applied in their professional roles.
Who should Attend?
This SAP BusinessObjects Advanced Reporting and Analytics Training Course is designed for professionals involved in business intelligence, reporting, and data-driven decision-making across the organization. It is particularly valuable for individuals seeking to enhance their technical and analytical capabilities using SAP BI tools.
This training course will greatly benefit:
- Business intelligence and data analytics professionals
- Finance, operations, and strategy managers responsible for performance reporting
- SAP BI and reporting consultants supporting enterprise analytics solutions
- IT managers overseeing reporting platforms and data architecture
- Enterprise data architects involved in BI system design and integration
- Project leaders implementing reporting and analytics initiatives
Course Outline
- Introduction to SAP’s business intelligence landscape and the evolution of SAP BusinessObjects
- Key components overview: Web Intelligence, Crystal Reports, Dashboards, and Analysis tools
- Data connectivity with SAP HANA, BW, and third-party data sources
- Concepts of universes, semantic layers, and metadata management
- Workshop: navigating the SAP BO launchpad and understanding the user interface
- Accessing relational and multidimensional data sources
- Overview of the Universe Designer Tool (UDT) and Information Design Tool (IDT)
- Designing data foundations and business layers
- Handling joins, contexts, and aggregates to ensure efficient query performance
- Exercise: developing a customized universe for finance and operations datasets
- Designing and formatting reports using Web Intelligence
- Applying filters, variables, and formulas for dynamic report behavior
- Developing cross-tab reports, visual charts, and conditional formatting
- Scheduling, bursting, and publishing reports for effective distribution
- Case study: building a KPI-focused financial performance report
- Creating interactive visualizations using SAP BO Dashboards and SAP Lumira
- Integrating SAP BusinessObjects with SAP HANA for real-time analytics
- Applying predictive analytics and conducting “what-if” scenario analysis
- Designing executive dashboards and implementing visual storytelling practices
- Workshop: creating a management dashboard to monitor operational performance
- Managing BI governance, user access, and security roles
- Applying best practices for performance optimization and report tuning
- Migration to SAP BusinessObjects 4.x and integration with SAP Analytics Cloud
- Formulating a scalable and sustainable enterprise BI strategy
- Capstone project: developing an end-to-end BI solution using SAP BusinessObjects tools
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Certificates
- Copex Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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