Learn to use data modules to blend data, quickly create stunning dashboards, avoid gaps moving from portal tabs to Cognos Analytics 11. View the webinar video recording and download this deck:http://www.senturus.com/resources/transitioning-to-cognos-analytics-v11/. We discuss how IBM Cognos developers and system administrators can seamlessly make the transition from Cognos BI v10 to Cognos Analytics. Dashboarding, data modules and administration in Cognos Analytics 11 are explained. Senturus, a business analytics consulting firm, has a resource library with hundreds of free recorded webinars, trainings, demos and unbiased product reviews. Take a look and share them with your colleagues and friends: http://www.senturus.com/resources/.

1. Tips for Developers and Administrators
COGNOS ANALYTICS V11

2. • Introduction
• Dashboards
• Data Modules
• Administration
• Q&A
• Senturus Overview
• Additional Resources
Agenda
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3. Presenters
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Todd Schuman
Practice Lead
Installations, Upgrades,
and Optimization
Senturus, Inc.
Greg Herrera
President and Co-Founder
Senturus, Inc.

4. Hundreds of Free Resources: www.senturus.com
RESOURCE LIBRARY
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demonstrations, whitepapers, presentations, helpful
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5. This slide deck is from the webinar Transitioning to
Cognos Analytics V11: Tips for Developers and
Administrators.
To view the FREE video recording of the presentation
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6. DASHBOARDS

7. • Still limited to file uploads and/or data modules
– Workaround
• Drag and drop visualizations and filters
• Multiple sources
• Create engaging and visually stunning dashboards
quickly
Dashboards
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8. DATA MODULES

9. • Set up data servers
• Module creation process
• Intent
• Custom groups
• Calculations
• Joins
• “Try it”
Data Modules
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10. ADMINISTRATION

11. • Control limit file upload size
• Restrict access to data servers
• Manage schedules and batch jobs
• Portal tab migration plan
• Motio PI Pro
• Request for enhancement website
Administration
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12. Motio PI Pro – Batch Set Interactive Mode
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13. • https://www.ibm.com/developerworks/rfe/
Request For Enhancement (RFE)
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14. Both Options Include
• Conversion of Query Studio Reports to Report Studio/Workspace
Advanced using Motio PI Pro
Prepare for Cognos Analytics v11: Two Options
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Option 1: Upgrade Strategy
• Motio PI Pro 1 Year License
• Installation and Configuration of
Motio PI Pro
• Conversion of QS content to RS+
• Upgrade strategy assistance
including identifying:
- Content that must be
converted manually
- HW and SW dependencies
- Organization specific issues for
v11
- Upgrade assistance estimate
Option 2: Expert Support
• Motio PI Pro 1 Year License
• Installation and Configuration of
Motio PI Pro
• Conversion of QS content to RS +
• 16 hours of support from the
extended Senturus team of
specialists, including upgrade/
installation practice
$5,995 for either option

15. To view the FREE video recording of the presentation
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16. Answers to Questions Asked by Viewers
During the Webinar
QUESTIONS LOG

17. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Is there any word from IBM when Framework models will be
supported in dashboards in Cognos Analytics?
A: This is planned for CA11 release 4, which is expected at the end of
September.
Q: Does IBM have a date to use existing BI reports as a data source for
dashboards in Cognos Analytics?
A: We expect you’ll be able to use exiting BI reports in dashboards in
CA11 around October or November.
Q: Can I use Life Cycle Manager to aid in migrating the test and
validation of reports in Cognos Analytics?
A: Yes, Lifecycle Manager is available for CA11.
Q: Does Cognos Analytics allow for ODBC connections?
A: Yes, ODBC is supported.

18. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: What Cognos Analytics release is being used in the demo?
A: CA11 release 3 is being demonstrated.
Q: Does Cognos Analytics support the Microsoft Edge browser?
A: It may work, but it is not currently listed as a supported browser.
Visit the Software Product Compatibility Reports for a complete list of
product compatibility: http://www-
969.ibm.com/software/reports/compatibility/clarity-
reports/report/html/prereqsForProduct?deliverableId=47276D5007DA
11E69D95DC1E5200D075.
Q: Can I place a thumbnail or shortcut of the dashboard on the
welcome page for quick access in Cognos Analytics?
A: Thumbnails and shortcuts are not available today. However, you
can set a dashboard or report to be your home screen.

19. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Can we create global filters that apply filters to charts on multiple
tabs in Cognos Analytics?
A: We are not aware of capability. Filters only apply to the specific
tab where they reside. This type of request would be better suited to
an Active Report.
Q: Can I upload an Excel spreadsheet with multiple tabs in Cognos
Analytics?
A: You can upload a multi-tab/workbook spreadsheet, but Cognos will
only read the first tab/workbook. You will need to break them up into
separate files to load all tabs/workbooks.
Q: Are Excel files static or do they refresh if the source file is
refreshed in Cognos Analytics?
A: You will need to refresh the uploaded files manually. Once
refreshed, data will reflect the updates.

20. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Is there a way to have a file loaded to a folder in team content in
Cognos Analytics?
A: The initial upload will currently go to your My Content. Once it has
been created, you can move it to Team Content. You can then
continue to refresh the data from this location.
Q: When uploading a file can I set it to append the existing one or
does it only overwrite in Cognos Analytics?
A: It currently overwrites the existing file, so you will need to append
in your file before uploading.
Q: Are there any browser limitations with Cognos Analytics?
A: Visit the Software Product Compatibility Reports for a complete list
of product compatibility http://www-
969.ibm.com/software/reports/compatibility/clarity-
reports/report/html/prereqsForProduct?deliverableId=47276D5007DA
11E69D95DC1E5200D075#.

21. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Please describe where we can access the cool feature in
dashboards in which we can ask a question and Cognos responds with
an output that we can add to the dashboard.
A: This refers to visualizations. When you click on the chart icon, you
can search for and add existing visualizations and content based on
the “Intent” feature.
Q: Is comparing Watson Analytics and Cognos Analytics, an apple-to-
apple comparison? Also, which one of these can be compared to
visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI?
A: Dashboard and data modules functionality is part of CA11 that it
intended as an alternative to Tableau and Power BI. They are all
different from Watson Analytics.
Q: In case of multitenancy can I set the file/upload size restrictions
by tenant in Cognos Analytics?
A: As of CA11 release 3, this is not possible.

22. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Will this webinar be published as a recording? Is there a slide deck
for this webinar?
A: Yes, the recording and slide deck are available at:
http://www.senturus.com/resources/transitioning-to-cognos-
analytics-v11/
Q: Is it possible for me to hide the key fields from the data modules
in Cognos Analytics? I use them only for joining purposes.
A: Yes, you can right click or click on the ellipse of each element in
your data module and choose to hide if you wish.
Q: How can I use a package from Framework Manager in Reports in
Cognos Analytics?
A: You can use packages the same way as you have in the past. Select
data sources, click the plus icon to add a new one, and select the
package you want to report from.

23. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Are there improvements on skinning and branding? Do the user
interface profiles work the same in Cognos Analytics?
A: There is currently not any skinning or branding features out of the
box. User interface profiles have also been depreciated. A new set of
features that focus on both of these areas is slated for a release later
this year.
Q: Can I create multiple home pages in Cognos Analytics?
A: You can only have one home page currently.
Q: Where are the IE public folders located in Cognos Analytics?
A: Public Folders are now known as Team Content. They can be
accessed from the left menu bar.
Q: Can the RSS feeds be dynamic in Cognos Analytics?
A: RSS feeds are currently not supported in CA11.

24. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: When we upgrade from Cognos Analytics v11.0.2 to v11.0.3, do
visualizations need to be imported again?
A: No, visualizations are part of the default install.
Q: Can I create multiple portal tabs designed for different projects in
Cognos Analytics?
A: No, portal tabs are not supported in CA11. You currently need to
work the limitation of a single home page and advanced search, saved
searches, and recent report functionality.
Q: Are there any changes to API's change if I had used them to call
using SDK in earlier versions? Could there be any impact and heavy
rework after upgrading to Cognos Analytics?
A: The majority of the CA11 backend is basically unchanged, so we
expect it to still work. You would need to refer to the SDK
documentation for specifics on what has changed in CA11.

25. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: Are there any enhancements in Framework Manager in Cognos
Analytics?
A: Not that we have seen. The tool remains virtually the same as it
was in Cognos BI v10.2.2
Q: I noticed multiple packages in Cognos Analytics is only for Dynamic
Query Mode (DQM), is it available in Compatible Query Mode might
(CQM) packages too?
A: To use the new feature for multiple packages in a report, the
connections need to be DQM only. No word as to when CQM might be
available, but there is very little development being done by CA11 on
new CQM features and functionality.
Q: How do I hide the left side and top panel so that users only see the
dashboard?
A: The main menu of Cognos is not able to be hidden. The edit/pencil
icon will allow you to hide most of the menus.

26. Q&A: Transitioning to Cognos Analytics Tips for
Developers and Administrators
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Q: How do I enable SSL for Cognos Analytics? I noticed all the links in
the demo are http not https.
A: Same as you did in the past, the demo environment does not need
SSL.
Q: Is there any difference between "Publish Package" in Cognos
Framework Manager and "Try It" in Data Modular in Cognos Analytics?
A: Yes, Try It allows you to run and test reports without actually
publishing a package. Once you are satisfied that the module looks
correct, you can save it and finalize it. In Framework Manager, you
must publish, then log into the portal to create and run reports. The
option of testing reports before publishing is not available.
Q: How do I turn filters off in the dashboard in Cognos Analytics, I’d
like to see all age ranges?
A: Hold down the control key to select multiple values or to deselect
a highlighted filter.

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31. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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33. Upgrading to Cognos Analytics: What You Need to Know
Join this session as we walk you through the Installation,
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Presenters: Greg McDonald, IBM; Jim Beacom, IBM; and Todd
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34. More Free Resources: www.senturus.com
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PREPARING FOR COGNOS ANALYTICS V11
Prep Now to Ensure a Smooth Upgrade Later
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INSTALLING COGNOS ANALYTICS V11
Get Under the Hood of V11
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DEMO: REPORT AUTHORING IN COGNOS ANALYTICS
Get Under the Hood of V11
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COGNOS ANALYTICS A CLOSER LOOK
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