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What is BMC Analytics for BSM?

The BMC Analytics for BSM product provides out-of-the-box, interactive reporting and analysis that enables technical and nontechnical users to quickly examine data for trends and details associated with how IT is supporting business services and goals. 

Where do I get the deployment and sizing information?

Install the BMC Analytics for BSM product on the same host as the SAP BusinessObjects Central Management Server. The SAP BusinessObjects product should not be installed on the same host as the BMC Remedy AR System server or the BMC Remedy Mid Tier.

How can I learn more about SAP BusinessObjects?

The BMC Analytics for BSM product works within the SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence framework to provide self-service access to the data and insight that employees need to make faster and better decisions and increase their overall productivity.

Can I create users on the SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise server?

You can create users with view-only permissions and users with view-on-demand permissions on the SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise server.

Can you give me more information about SAP BusinessObjects license?

You must have adequate licensing for both your SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence environment and the BMC Analytics for BSM content.

How do I modify or repair an existing instance of BMC Analytics for BSM?

There are some reconfiguration options that you can select for an existing instance of BMC Analytics for BSM.

What is a universe? Where can I find more information about a linked universe?

A universe is a business user's view of the BMC application data.

What are the types of reports available with BMC Analytics for BSM?

The following report types are available with BMC Analytics for BSM:

  • Drill-down reports
  • Tab reports
  • Predefined reports that are installed with the product.

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