The Real Benefits of BI Search

by Curt Hall

Last week, I discussed SAP AG's new Business Objects tool that combines BI reporting and analysis with functionality that is like an Internet search engine: SAP Business Objects Explorer (see "SAP Business Objects Explorer: BI Search Meets ERP, But Will It Accelerate Adoption of BI Search?," 19 May 2009). I also said that I thought the introduction of Explorer would lead to the greater acceptance of BI search tools among end-user organizations because it will help to validate the technology. Judging from the number of people who've contacted me regarding BI search, I think that Explorer is definitely generating increased interest in the technology.