XML for Analysis (XMLA)

Using SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services with Hyperion Essbase

Simba Technologies has contributed a technical article to the Microsoft community entitled, "Using SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services with Hyperion Essbase" [doc].  This paper discusses the integration of Hyperion Essbase with SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services Service Pack 2, and provides an overview of how Reporting Services can be used to build high-quality reports against Hyperion Essbase sources. Hyperion-specific terms that may be unfamiliar are briefly explained. A number of useful tips and tricks for working with the two systems are presented. A brief troubleshooting section helps users overcome some of the more common problems that may be encountered. Overall, this paper is intended to serve as a guide to help users benefit from the integration of these two products.

Commentary on Microsoft and Hyperion Initial Introduction of XMLA Standard

Mark Smith at Intelligent Enterprise magazine provides commentary on Microsoft and Hyperion's initial launch of the XML for Analysis data standard in his April 25, 2001 article entitled: "The Microsoft Momentum Continues: XML standards and ProClarity's tools keep analysis opportunities rolling".

Mark explains what XMLA is and why it's important to corporations when compared with existing data technologies like SQL.  He continues to discuss the release of ProClarity 4.0 and its capability in a thin-client, web delivery environment.