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IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to IBM Cognos BI Administration

• Describe the role of the Administrator in relation to the IBM Cognos BI administration workflow process.
• Describe the role of IBM Cognos Administration and IBM Cognos Configuration user interface components

Module 2: Identify IBM Cognos BI Architecture

• Identify features of the IBM Cognos BI architecture
• Examine Cognos BI servlets and services
• Identify an example of Cognos BI request processing
• Performance planning and installation options and configurations
• Examine the Cognos Application Firewall
• Perform a distributed installation and configuration of IBM Cognos BI

Module 3: Secure the IBM Cognos BI Environment

• Identify the IBM Cognos BI security model
• Define authentication and authorization in IBM Cognos BI.
• Identify security policies
• Secure administrative capabilities (access to functionality)
• Specify security settings after installation.
• Implement security in IBM Cognos Framework Manager and IBM Cognos Transformer

Module 4: Administer the IBM Cognos BI Server Environment

• Overview of administrative tasks that can be performed in IBM Cognos Administration
• Monitor system metrics
• Manage dispatchers and services
• Tune server performance
• Audit IBM Cognos BI
• Identify issues while troubleshooting the server environment
• Formulate the IBM Cognos BI backup strategy

Module 5: Manage Run Activities

• Manage current, past, and upcoming run activities
• Manage schedules
• Manage Content in IBM Cognos Administration
• Add and manage a data source
• Distribute data and create a distribution list and contacts
• Deploy IBM Cognos BI content
• Maintain the IBM Cognos BI content store
• Customize the appearance of IBM Cognos BI

Module 6: Drill-Through Definitions

• Enable users to navigate to related data in IBM Cognos BI
• Parameter-driven drill through vs. dynamic drill through
• Steps to enable drill-through access for a package
• Limit the items that users can drill through from (set scope)
• Set a measure as the scope
• Drill Through Assistant

Module 7: Additional Configuration and Customization of the Environment

• Manage user profiles
• Add objects to the toolbox tab
• Create a custom template option
• Manage packages in IBM Cognos Connection

Module 8: End-to-End Workshop

• Create Roles
• Add members and define access permissions
• Set capabilities
• Create folders
• Define access to entries
• Create an export
• Create an import

Module 9: Optional Topics

• IBM Cognos Map Manager (Optional)
• Overview of IBM Cognos BI (Optional)
• IBM Cognos BI for Consumers (Optional)

Who should attend this IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course?

The IBM Cognos BI Administration Course in St Louis is designed for individuals who want to develop skills in administering and managing IBM Cognos Business Intelligence software. The course is especially beneficial for the following professionals:

• System Administrators
• IT Administrators
• Business Analysts
• Business Intelligence Professionals
• Cloud Computing Engineers
• Data Scientists
• Data Architects
• Information Security Analysts

Prerequisites of the IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this IBM Cognos BI Administration Training Course. However, a basic knowledge of Business Intelligence (BI), database concepts, and security systems would be beneficial for the delegates.

IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course Overview

The IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course in St Louis covers the administration and management aspects of the IBM Cognos Business Intelligence platform. It explores the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of Cognos BI environments, essential for effective business data analysis and reporting.

Professionals in IT Administration, Data Management, and Business Intelligence should master this course in St Louis. Understanding IBM Cognos BI Administration ensures efficient deployment, maintenance, and optimization of BI systems, vital for organizations reliant on data-driven decision-making.

This 2-day training in St Louis by the Knowledge Academy offers delegates practical expertise in IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2). Participants learn to configure BI environments, manage user access, and troubleshoot common issues, enhancing organizational BI capabilities and driving better decision-making processes.

Course Objectives:

• Master the deployment and configuration of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence
• Learn to administer user access and security within Cognos BI environments
• Gain proficiency in monitoring and troubleshooting BI system performance
• Understand best practices for maintaining and optimizing Cognos BI installations
• Acquire skills to effectively manage and support Cognos BI solutions in real-world scenarios

Upon completion, delegates are equipped with the necessary skills to proficiently administer IBM Cognos BI environments, ensuring smooth operation, data security, and optimal performance for business intelligence initiatives in St Louis.

What’s included in this IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors  
• IBM Cognos BI Administration (V10.2) Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack