See how easily you can use Cognos as a data source for Power BI and Tableau using the Senturus Analytics Connector. First introduced in 2015, the Senturus Analytics Connector continues to add features and functionality. View the recording and deck of the most recent release: https://senturus.com/resources/use-visual-analytics-tools-with-trusted-cognos-data/. Senturus, a business analytics consulting firm, has a resource library with hundreds of free live and recorded webinars, blog posts, demos and unbiased product reviews available on our website at: http://www.senturus.com/senturus-resources/.

1. USE POWER BI WITH TRUSTED COGNOS
DATA
Senturus Analytics Connector Now Available
for Tableau and Power BI

2. • Introductions
• Overview of Senturus Analytics Connector
• Demo
• FAQs
• Senturus overview
• Additional resources
• Q&A
Agenda
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Michael Weinhauer
Practice Area Director /
Solutions Architect
Senturus, Inc.
Presenter

4. Hundreds of Free Resources
www.senturus.com/resources/
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5. This slide deck is from the webinar:
Use Power BI with Trusted Cognos Data
To view the FREE video recording and download this
deck, go to:
https://www.senturus.com/resources/use-power-bi-
with-trusted-cognos-data/
Hear the Recording
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6. OVERVIEW OF ANALYTICS CONNECTOR

7. Organizations have invested heavily in existing models
that provide governed, secure, business-friendly,
performant results
Huge Value in Existing BI Models
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8. Using Cognos for ETL and/or recreating models in Power
BI’s data pane wastes time and compromises integrity and
security!
BUT…Power BI Users Circumvent Them!
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9. Why You Shouldn’t (Re)-Create Metadata
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10. Power BI users can connect directly to the Cognos
application layers, giving them instant access to high
quality data
The Solution? The Senturus Analytics Connector!
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11. Instant Access to Quality Data Sets
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12. Don’t Sacrifice Integrity and Security for Agility!
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13. Publish to Power BI Online*
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* On-prem Server NOT currently supported

14. The Senturus Analytics Connector Gives You
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15. DEMO

16. • (Re)-creation of metadata is slow, challenging and
risky
• The Senturus Analytics Connector delivers agility,
integrity and security
• Spend your time doing analysis, not prepping data
that’s already curated elsewhere
Summary
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17. Frequently Asked Questions
Connectivity Method
• Custom Connector – Direct Query Mode
Supported Cognos Platforms and Versions
• IBM Cognos 10.1.x/11 and higher
• Cloud is supported as long as dispatcher can be accessed
Supported Data Sources
• Relational, PowerCubes, DMR, Dynamic Cubes, TM1
• Reports
Release Date
• The product was released on 11/7/16
• In development for over three years, current version 3.0
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18. Frequently Asked Questions
Supported Power BI Versions/Platforms
• Power BI Desktop 2.5x
• Microsoft Windows operating system (Windows 7, 8, 10,
Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016)
Connector Installation Location
• Wherever connectivity to Cognos is required (Power BI
Desktop)
• Nothing installed on Cognos servers
• Also available as client/server
Minimum Software Requirements
• Similar to those for any other typical ODBC driver
Cognos Environment Impact
• Power BI users leveraging the Analytics Connector will
generate load on the Cognos servers similar to an interactive
report user on those systems
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19. Frequently Asked Questions
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• Volume discounts available
• $5,000 minimum purchase required

20. Frequently Asked Questions
Licensing Requirements - Cognos
• Direct Query: Cognos Analytics user or equivalent
• Import: Cognos Analytics user for imports, users
accessing Power BI files leveraging imports would require
an Analytics Connector license
Security
• Enforces security applied within the Cognos environment
Framework Manager Modeling Requirements
• No special modeling requirements for the Analytics
Connector
• Power BI requires that joins are created between query
subjects
• Supports Cognos CQM & DQM
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21. Frequently Asked Questions
Method for Accessing Cognos
• ODBC/JDBC connection via Power BI Custom
Connector
Support
• Provided by Senturus and included in the price of
the product
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22. ROI for the Senturus Analytics Connector
• Time and money required to create metadata from scratch in
Power BI – hours to weeks+ depending on the number and
complexity of packages/reports
• Risk of not having proper data security (GDPR, PII, HIPPA, SOX,
FERPA)
• Time saved converting reports to Power BI
• Time wasted maintaining multiple metadata layers between
Cognos and Power BI
• Time wasted, cost and risk of inaccurate/misaligned business
metrics
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23. Connector Test Drive
a
• Complimentary ~2 week proof of concept
• Includes installation, configuration and testing in
your environment
Request a test drive here:
http://www.senturus.com/enterprise-bi-connector-
tableau/
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24. Hear the Recording
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To view the FREE video recording and download this deck,
go to:
https://www.senturus.com/resources/use-power-bi-with-
trusted-cognos-data/
The Senturus comprehensive library of recorded webinars,
demos, whitepapers, presentations and case studies is
available on our website at:
http://www.senturus.com/resources/

25. Business Analytics Consultants
WHO WE ARE

26. Bridging the Gap Between Data & Decision Making
DECISIONS
& ACTIONS
Business Needs
Analysis
Ready
Data
Analysis
Ready
Data
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27. • Dashboards, Reporting &
Visualizations
• Data Preparation & Modern Data
Warehousing
• Self-Service Business Analytics
• Salesforce Reporting
• Big Data & Advanced Analytics
• Planning & Forecasting Systems
• Proprietary Analytics Connector
Software
Business Analytics Architects
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28. 1200+ Clients, 2000+ Projects, 18+ Years
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29. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

30. Upcoming Events www.senturus.com/events
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32. http://www.senturus.com/senturus-resources/
Visit Our Free Blog and Resource Library
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33. Custom tailored training also available
Tableau and Cognos Training Options
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34. Thank You!
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