Data warehouse

the long version

The object of a data warehouse is to provide any data, anywhere, anytime in a timely manner at a reasonable cost. This handbook provides practical advice and hands-on models for technical managers, project managers, systems designers, students, systems administrators, database administrators, end users, and data warehouse project teams. These internationally recognized authors have implemented hundreds of data warehouses. By sharing their real-life experiences, the authors help readers avoid the many pitfalls in planning, designing, developing, implementing, and administering a data warehouse.