DB Luminous is a web-based solution designed to simplify database documentation for stakeholders by utilizing a unique data element approach to reduce complexity. It supports various database technologies and offers features such as metadata repository construction, audit alerts, and detailed analysis tools. The implementation process is straightforward, requiring only a DDL extraction, with setup lead times generally ranging from four to six weeks.

1. DB Luminous Overview
DB Luminous [DBL) is a web-based solution that
allows any stake holders, analysts, DBA's and the
management team to easily comprehend the
documentation of complexities within the
database.
At their fingertips, DBL creates a console for a
comprehensible view of large, sophisticated
databases.

2. DB Luminous Overview
Unique and Different About DBL ...
DBL's uniqueness is "Unique Data Element" (UDE)
The approach of viewing database as building blocks of
UDE defuses many of the inherent complexities with
entities and relationships.
In other words, the approach of UDE simplifies some of
the complex modeling and normalization techniques that
create layers of complexity for limited & non-technology
stakeholders

3. DB Luminous Overview
What is required to illuminate the database ...
Implementing DBL is a very simple process; all it takes is an
extraction of DDL (Data Definition of a Schema or Schemas).
The tool automatically constructs metadata repository, does
mismatch analysis.
The only aspect that takes one time manual effort is alias
naming the functional grouping.
The phase of defining the functional overview is more
collaborative. Once defined, DBL will serve as the baseline
and any future deviation will be alerted

4. DB Luminous Overview
Lead-Time...
In general, from four (4) to six (6) weeks.
Time frame might be higher if the complexity is higher (in
general complexity can be correlated to number of columns)

5. DB Luminous Overview
Instant Benefits ...
Online documentation of internals of database to serve any
type of user.
Dashboard reports give the anomalies at a glance
Comparative and mismatch analysis of elements
Audit of changes
Control

6. DB Luminous Overview
Database Technologies Supported ...
Currently DBL has metadata builder and organizer for
► Oracle ► MS SQL ► Postgres
► MySQL ► Sybase ► DB2
Any new database technology [one-off) requires a lead time of
4 - 6 weeks to develop a proto-type module for metadata
builder and organizer.

7. DB Luminous Overview
Use of DBL...
DBL has unlimited use and it depends on how well an
organizations perceives its efficiency.
Concepts of DBL and its function rich modules can be used in
anywhere that has complexities induced through managing
databases and its elements.
Some of the common usages of DBL are:
Application development migration and its maintenance.
Legacy data conversion maintenance and migration.
Master Data Management (MDM).
Data warehousing.
One-off reports where BI tools fail to deliver optimized reports.

8. DB Luminous Overview
Technology Platform ...
DBL client module requires Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0 (SP2 &
above), SQL Native Client and MS SQL (2005 & above).
Web module requires Microsoft .Net Framework 3.5, IIS 5.1 [or) IIS
6.0.
Browsers such as Firefox 3.0.7 or Internet Explorer 7.0 (Preferred).
Metadata schemas are stored in MS SQL server (2005 and above)

9. DB Luminous Features
DBL Software Introduction
Requirements for DB Luminous
DBL Architecture
Database Information Repository
Database Change Management
Database Access Control
Database Analysis
Additional Utilities
Features in Roadmap
Benefits
Hardware and Software Prerequisites
Complexity For UDEs
Clients

10. DB Luminous Features
Reasons to subscribe to DB Luminous
Growth of complex database
Lack of up to date documentation
Inflexible and non integrated data
Unfulfilled business user needs
High IT employee turnover
Lack of user confidence in data
Cut down time on impact analysis

11. DB Luminous Features
DBL Architecture
DBL supports Oracle, MS SQL, MYSQL, Postgres & Sybase ASE Databases.
DBL is available as Client and Web versions.
** Few Schema related functions are available only in Win version.
The same will be available in Web version shortly.

12. DB Luminous Features
DBL Architecture

13. DB Luminous Features
Database Information Repository
 DB Object Definitions & Grouping
 Unique Data Element
 Functional Group View
 Search Dictionary
 Project Glossary

14. DB Luminous Features
DB Object Definitions & Grouping
DB Objects can be given with appropriate Alias Names to understand the usage of the DB Object .
Additional descriptions can be given if required.
Categorization of DB Objects into meaningful groups as required for the application can also be done.
Subgroup to 'n' level is possible, to maintain hierarchy of DB objects.

15. DB Luminous Features
Unique Data Element
A Unique reference for each unit of information dealt in the application defined with
appropriate data type and size which becomes a standard reference for the user.
Also enables various analysis to maintain the Data Quality.
Functional Group View
A view of the functional grouping proves to be a handy reference to business and system analysts.

16. DB Luminous Features
Search Dictionary
Search for any DB Object by the physical name or by the alias name is available.
User is given with the option to provide the search string and the filter condition.
Project Glossary
Short Names or Acronyms related to the project can be defined here for reference.

17. DB Luminous Features
Database Change Management
 Schema Audit
 Audit Alerts
 Database Synchronization
 SQL Editor

18. DB Luminous Features
Schema Audit
Brings out all the changes to DB objects in Schema since last audit.
Audit Alerts
Mail Alerts to the project control group defined in DBL about the DB changes at the set frequency.

19. DB Luminous Features
Database Synchronization
An automated process to upgrade the out-of-date database.
An efficient way to compare two different schema for an application to understand the differences.
Can generate sync script for one schema with the other schema as base.
SQL Editor
Information such as who has done the change, changes done from which IP, date of
change, task reference for the change and the change information, is available for the project
manager to monitor the database for changes.

20. DB Luminous Features
Database Access Control
 SQL Editor
 Access Control Based On Role

21. DB Luminous Features
SQL Editor
Editor to carry out the DB related functions.
Editor is available in both Windows and Web version of tool.
Access Control Based On Role
Schema Access by users can be controlled by having Schema Access Roles
such as ‘Developer’ and ‘Tester’.
Users are given the appropriate ‘Schema Access Role’ to ensure the access restrictions.

22. DB Luminous Features
Database Analysis
 Impact Analysis – DB Objects
 Mismatch Analysis
 Redundancy Analysis
 Data Type Analysis
 DML Audit
 Unused Tables
 Unused Columns

23. DB Luminous Features
Impact Analysis – DB Objects
The spread of DB objects with respect to a specific information in the application can
be easily referred here, to carry out any statutory changes or column modifications for
any enhancements etc.
Mismatch Analysis
This analysis help to ensure the consistency of Data representations within the Database.
Mismatch columns which deviate from the standard definitions specified for Unique Data
Element are highlighted in Red.
If for some reason, the mismatch is allowed in the application can be given with the appropriate
reason for further reference. Mismatch Columns given with reason are highlighted in Blue

24. DB Luminous Features
Redundancy Analysis
To ensure and avoid redundancy of data which are to be stored appropriately in the database.
Any information which is supposed to be stored and available in one place of the database, if
stored or available in different places are analyzed.
Data Type Analysis
To analyze the data storage based on Column Data Type specified .

25. DB Luminous Features
DML Audit
To analyze the inserts, updates, deletes and selects on any table in the application.
All procedures, functions, packages, triggers and views which does the CRUD
(Create/Read/Update/Delete) on any table are available with the text preview and exact
location(s) of the above functions in the text.
Unused Tables
An automated process which scans all the backend code to identify the ‘Unused Tables’ in the
application.
** Identifying usage of tables in Front end code directly is being done, which will be integrated in
the above report.

26. DB Luminous Features
Unused Tables
An automated process which scans all the backend code to identify the ‘Unused Columns’ in the
application.
** Identifying usage of table columns in Front end code directly is being done, which will be
integrated in the above report

27. DB Luminous Features
Additional Utilities
 Basic Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD)
 Dynamic Report Generator (DRG)
 Program Dictionary

28. DB Luminous Features
Dynamic Report Generator (DRG)
Reports can be generated for the application, by the user, by selecting the required information
from the Data Dictionary.
Basic Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD)
User will be given ERD by choosing a set of tables, if they are defined with proper relationships.
** Handling of logical relationships in ERD is in Roadmap.

29. DB Luminous Features
Program Dictionary
To provide Software metrics, Code Analysis, Source Comparison for the Source Code (Dot Net).
Software Metrics
KLOC metrics for any application in Dot Net.
Source Code Comparison
Source code for any application available in two different folders (say previous release and Current
Release ) can be compared to get the modified code objects. Preview of Code with changes
highlighted in red (deleted), blue (modified), and green(added).

30. DB Luminous Features
Features in Roadmap
Data Lineage Reports
To know the Data Source and transition path for the data in any report, for verification and
authentication.
Master Data Management
To support the Enterprise initiative in maintaining master data, which are shared across
different systems.
Schema Documentation
Document which can be referred / generated online at any time for the application Database.
Process Flow Definitions
Process Flow for the application hierarchy definition and other measures with regard to process
( DB Size, Function Points, etc.).

31. DB Luminous Features
Benefits
 Project Managers & Database Administrators
 Data Quality Analysts
 System Analysts
 Developers
 Business Analysts
 Functional Testers
 Performance Engineer

32. DB Luminous Features
Project Managers & Database Administrators
o T Schema Audit – monitoring DB changes at any time.
o Consolidated DB Scripts for the release.
o Mismatch Analysis – ensure data quality
o Impact Analysis – ensure the required changes are done throughout the database for all impact items
o Redundancy Analysis – verify any redundant data is stored in the database
o Long Term Maintenance – reference for database for all – need not depend on individuals
o Audit Alerts – DB change information is given as a mail alert at determined frequency

33. DB Luminous Features
System Analysts
o Mismatch Analysis – Identifying and correcting the mismatches in data.
o Entity relationship diagram
o Impact Analysis – Analysis of Impact Items in DB for enhancements in the application, additional
requirements design.

34. DB Luminous Features
Developers
o Knowledge on modules and related tables
o Knowledge reference for tables and columns
o Data Element reference for new columns
o Impact Analysis – to understand the impact of DB changes
o DML Audit – to precisely get the code location for any changes in DML

35. DB Luminous Features
Business Analysts
o Overall Information Flow – Bird’s eye view on the application
o Business Components – Easy understanding on how components are available as data in the database.
o Gap Analysis – Easy reference to identify the gaps of existing system and new requirements.
o Interface information – Reference for Interface Information
o Impact Analysis – Impact of adding new business components, statutory changes, modifications in DB
for functional changes.

36. DB Luminous Features
Functional Testers
o Gain the required knowledge on the database easily
o Verification to ensure the requirements are covered by way of functional group view
o Handy reference to check the specifications set for a data element
o Mismatch analysis/impact analysis would throw light on the problem area for data related issues
o Identifying inconsistencies with respect to the standards / specifications of the application

37. DB Luminous Features
Performance Engineer
o DBL Dashboard to understand the measure of the database
o Discover what data exist, what they mean, where they are stored and how they are accessed
o Identify unused tables / columns and unstructured means of data storage
o Provide platform to design process wise benchmark reports
o Track and analyze data flow during a process/ function and to avoid redundant insert/updates
o Disk usage statistics to indicate the need for performance improvement
o Measure response time for any process / function in an application
o CRUD Analysis to identify the source with the count of events(Insert/Select/Update/Delete) on any table

38. DB Luminous Features
Hardware and Software Prerequisites
Hardware Requirements
RAM - Minimum :-512 MB ; Recommended:- 1GB
Hard Disk Space - 400 MB free space
Processor - Minimum :Pentium IV ; Recommended - Dual Core
Display Minimum - 800 x 600, 256 colors ; Recommended- 1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit Supported
Architecture - Both 32bit and 64bit architecture
Supported Operating System - Minimum : Windows 98 ; Recommended: Windows XP and above
Others – SQL Native Client should be available / installed in the system
Prerequisites for DBL ( Windows And Web Versions ) Software Requirements
Pre Requisite Software - Windows - .Net Framework 2.0 & above,
Web - .Net Framework 3.5, SQL Server 2005
Internet Requirements - Browser requirements: Firefox 3.0.7, Internet Explorer 7.0 (Recommended)

39. DB Luminous Features
Complexity For UDEs
 Used to analyze the complexity involved in handling the UDEs.

40. DB Luminous Features
Sample Client Overviews
 Wal-Mart
 Healthcare Centre in USA
 Deutsche Bank
 Healthcare Service Provider in USA
 RBS
 KGFSL

41. DB Luminous Features
Wal-Mart
Database Analysis and Data Dictionary.
Testimonial :
"I trust you 100% to make the best decision for all parties involved. I value your
work, decisions and relationship with KG as a whole. You have treated our clients
and AQ with great work and service."
- Robert Nell
AQ Technologies

42. DB Luminous Features
Healthcare Centre in the USA
DB Luminous
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43. DB Luminous Features
Healthcare Service Provider in the USA
Standards Compliance and Data Migration
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44. DB Luminous Features
Deutsche Bank
Legacy application maintenance. Complete End to End Reporting Solution for the Legacy application.
Click on Sample Reports :

45. DB Luminous Features
RBS
DB Luminous
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46. DB Luminous Features
KGFSL
Testimonials :
"We do Impact Analysis using the tool to ensure the changes to be done are carried out in all the impact
areas. We are also sure that the required changes happen in the release as the tool is integrated with
release management tool. Whenever our clients are in need of documentation for the database for their
internal audit, we are able to send the same instantly."
- Prabha, Project Manager (GFS), KGFSL
"I have control on database. Change tracking mail alerts and the SQL Log provide me information to validate
the Database changes. I am sure on what is being done in the database. As the database is huge for our
product, having a wholistic view on the impact for any changes required are easily identified using the tool.
Effecting regulatory changes in the application is shortened using the tool. “
- Senthil, Project Manager (DOLPHIN), KGFSL
"Product training is easy using DBL. Any changes required in data type or data size for a data element can be
analyzed easily and effected in the product. Functional Group view provides a complete picture on the
product."
- Santhanalakshmi, Business Analyst, KGFSL

47. DB Luminous Features
Contact Information
GlobalReact
19825 North Cove Road #211
Cornelius, North Carolina 28031
866-968-8555 Ext. 5 (office)
704-875-0821 (fax)
sales@globalreact.com (e-mail)
www.globalreact.com