Create Custom Reports > Getting Started
Tool Options
You can create custom reports using the Data Warehouse using a variety of reporting tools.
Note: Decision Support supports the BusinessObjects reporting tool and provides training on its use. Decision Support does not support other reporting tools listed here.
BusinessObjects features:
- Supported by Decision Support.
- No connection procedure required.
- Training available through Decision Support.
- No knowledge of SQL required.
- No knowledge of database structures such as tables or views required.
Features of other report editors such as SAS, Crystal Reports, and Microsoft Access:
- Not supported by Decision Support.
- Separate ODBC connection required. Decision Support offers information on how to connect to the Data Warehouse for SAS , Crystal Reports, and Microsoft Access users.
- No training available through Decision Support.
- May require knowledge of SQL.
- Requires knowledge of database structures such as tables or views.
