An introduction to multidimensional data
When you first open the package in Cognos Analysis Studio, you will notice that the Insertable Objects area has a list of dimensions, hierarchies, and measures that can be added to the analysis report. The following are a couple of quick definitions for dimension, hierarchy, and measure:
- Dimension: A dimension is a grouping of data that describes other data. Dimensions contain different levels with members that roll up to one or more hierarchies. For example, a sales representative can be a dimension because you could say that a sales representative has sold a certain amount or has certain accounts roll up to them.
- Hierarchy: A hierarchy is the way that different dimensions roll up to one another. An easy ...
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