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In Oracle Primavera Unifier, Data Views and Data Cubes are both used to handle and analyze

data, but they serve different purposes and are used in different contexts.

Data Views

Definition

A Data View in Unifier is a way to present and manage data within a specific Business Process
(BP) or project context. It is essentially a filtered and organized view of data that helps users
quickly access and analyze information relevant to their needs.

Significance

 Customized Views: Data Views allow users to create customized layouts and filters for
viewing data. For example, you can create a Data View that shows only active projects or
cost items exceeding a certain amount.
 Enhanced Usability: They simplify data access by presenting information in a structured
format tailored to user roles or specific needs.
 Reporting: Data Views are often used as the basis for generating reports, dashboards,
and summaries.
 Data Management: They help in organizing and managing large sets of data by
providing a clear, focused view of relevant information.

Key Features

 Filters: Allows for setting up filters to display only the data that meets specific criteria.
 Sorting: Data can be sorted based on different fields or criteria.
 Columns: Users can define which columns of data to display and their order.
 Grouping: Data can be grouped by certain fields to provide aggregated views.

Data Cubes

Definition

A Data Cube in Unifier refers to a multidimensional data structure used for complex analysis
and reporting. Data Cubes are part of the OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) system, designed
for high-performance querying and reporting.

Significance

 Advanced Analytics: Data Cubes support complex data analysis by allowing users to
view data from multiple dimensions (e.g., time, cost, location) and perform
multidimensional analysis.
 Performance: They are optimized for fast querying and aggregating large datasets,
making them suitable for detailed and high-level reporting.
 Data Aggregation: Data Cubes aggregate data from various sources and present it in a
way that supports various types of analytical queries.

Key Features

 Multidimensional Views: Data Cubes allow users to analyze data across multiple
dimensions (e.g., by project, by phase, by cost category).
 Slicing and Dicing: Users can "slice" and "dice" the data to view it from different
perspectives.
 Aggregation: Data can be aggregated and summarized at different levels of granularity.
 Complex Queries: Supports complex queries and calculations, such as totals, averages,
and trends.

Differences Between Data Views and Data Cubes

1. Purpose and Usage:


o Data Views: Primarily used for presenting data in a user-friendly format within a
specific BP or project context. Ideal for day-to-day operations and straightforward
reporting.
o Data Cubes: Used for advanced data analysis and reporting. Suitable for
performing complex queries and multidimensional analysis across large datasets.
2. Data Structure:
o Data Views: Provide a linear or tabular view of data with specific filters and
sorting applied.
o Data Cubes: Provide a multidimensional view of data, allowing for slicing,
dicing, and aggregation across various dimensions.
3. Performance:
o Data Views: Generally used for smaller, more specific datasets where quick
access and presentation are important.
o Data Cubes: Optimized for handling large volumes of data and complex
analytical queries, supporting high-performance reporting and analysis.
4. Flexibility:
o Data Views: More flexible in terms of customization for specific user needs and
data presentation.
o Data Cubes: Provides structured, pre-defined dimensions for analysis, which may
be less flexible but highly effective for complex data exploration.

Summary

 Data Views are best for customized, user-focused data presentation and management
within specific BPs or projects.
 Data Cubes are best for advanced, multidimensional data analysis and reporting,
handling large datasets and complex queries efficiently.

Both tools are essential in Primavera Unifier for managing and analyzing data effectively,
depending on the complexity of the data and the requirements of the users.

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