Installation, Upgrade, and Configuration of IBM Cognos Analytics
Installation, Upgrade, and Configuration of IBM Cognos Analytics

Author: Alan Bluck

Publisher: BPB Publications

Published: 2021-11-15

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 9391392032

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An end-to-end guide for IBM implementation partners and solution providers. KEY FEATURES ● Detailed step-by-step IBM Software installation and configuration that saves time for installing and configuring computers. ● Designed for students, IT consultants, systems and solution architects, data analysts, and developers. ● Unique solution documentation for running Cognos configuration designed for banks, financial services, and insurance companies. DESCRIPTION This book shows how to install IBM Cognos Analytics software and related systems on RedHat Enterprise Linux 8.0, IBM Cloud, IBM Cloud Private (Community Edition), and Windows 10. It includes step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing IBM Cognos Analytics. It also includes numerous examples of setups and updates to analyze the OLAP database utilized by the IBM Case Manager. The initial chapters discuss the installation of IBM Information Management Products. The reader will know the URLs of the downloading sites, the product codes, descriptions, sizes, and the names of each software downloaded to the gzip tar file. It includes setting up RHEL 8.0 Linux OS and using the Docker system for installation on IBM Cloud PAK servers, RedHat Openshift clusters, and IBM Cloud Private. The IBM Cognos installation contains versions 11.1.1 through 11.4.0 on RedHat Linux 8.0 and Windows 10. The book includes the usage of the IBM Cognos Analytics 11.1 R4 Dynamic Cube Datastore and the 11.1 R4 Cube Designer for the report and dashboard. Additionally, the book includes constructing the essential Zlib library from the C language source download, its compilation, and linking. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Detailed step-by-step instructions for installing IBM Cognos Analytics. ● Installation on Windows 10, RedHat Enterprise Linux 8.0, IBM Cloud, and IBM Cloud Private (CE). ● Downloading, compiling, and linking the necessary zlib library on Linux. ● Connecting to the CASTORE database using an example of Cognos Analytics configuration. ● Creating OLAP Cubes for IBM Case Manager dashboard reports. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for IT consultants, architects for systems and solutions, data analysts, and data analytics solution developers. All the examples in the book are based on Unix/Windows and web-based tool basic knowledge. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with IBM Resources for Cognos 2. IBM Cloud PAK Systems 3. RedHat OpenShift 4.x Installations 4. IBM Cloud Private Cluster systems 5. IBM Cognos Analytics 11. On RHEL 8.0 6. IBM Cognos Analytics 11. On Windows 10.0 7. IBM Cognos Analytics 11 on RHEL 8.0 Linux Fix for Zlib

Installation and Configuration of IBM FileNet Information Management Software
Installation and Configuration of IBM FileNet Information Management Software

Author: Alan Bluck

Publisher: BPB Publications

Published: 2023-07-26

Total Pages: 775

ISBN-13: 9355513364

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The definitive guide to installing and configuring IBM FileNet Information Management software KEY FEATURES ● Get guidance on installation and configuration, including troubleshooting. ● Prepare thoroughly for installation to ensure a smooth and successful deployment. ● Install or upgrade Case Manager, Content Search, Case Analyzer, Monitor Dashboard, and WebSphere. DESCRIPTION Whether you're a beginner or an experienced administrator, this book will help you master the installation and configuration of IBM FileNet Information Management software. This book provides detailed instructions and practical techniques for preparing, configuring, and deploying IBM software products. From IBM BAW 18.0 and IBM Security Directory Suite 8.x to IBM Content Search Services 5.5.x and Oracle 12C, this book covers the essential prerequisites and installation processes for each system platform. You'll also learn about setting up supporting systems like IBM Case Manager and IBM Workflow Center and integrating components like WebSphere, IBM Content Navigator, and Case Monitor Dashboard. By the end of the book, you will have acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively prepare, configure, and deploy different IBM software products. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn how to access the comprehensive list of IBM Resources and Technical References. ● Understand the procedures for IBM Installation downloads and using the Software Compatibility Matrix. ● Get familiar with the tools available for system monitoring, such as the IBM SCout tool for System Sizing. ● Download, prepare, and successfully install IBM Fix Packs, IBM Cloud systems, and RedHat OpenShift. ● Know how to install and set up IBM Directory Services Security for Users and Groups. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for IT consultants, systems and solution architects, and data analysts and developers who need to document proposals for the sizing and requirements of IBM software products for banks and insurance companies. It also provides guidance on document management, workflow, and case management solutions. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Installation Preparation 3. System Sizing 4. Installation Downloads 5. Operating System and Platforms 6. Security and Users 7. IBM BAW 21.0.3 Upgrade Installation from BAW 18.6.1.19002 8. Cloud Based Systems 9. IBM Security Directory Server for IBM Content Foundation 10. Installing IBM WebSphere 9.0.5.14 11. Problem Resolution Procedures and Installing DB2 11.5.7 12. Installing IBM Content Foundation 5.5.10 13. Installing Content Navigator 3.0.13 and Case Manager 5.3.3 14. Importing the Case Manager Solution 15. Configuring the Case Manager Solution 16. Installing and Configuring IBM Content Search Services 5.5.10 17. Installing and Configuring IBM Case Analyzer 5.5 and IBM Case Monitor Dashboard 5.3.3

Installation and Configuration of IBM Watson Analytics and StoredIQ
Installation and Configuration of IBM Watson Analytics and StoredIQ

Author: Alan Bluck

Publisher: BPB Publications

Published: 2021-04-30

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 9390684498

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Guidance for successful installation of a wide range of IBM software products Ê KEY FEATURESÊÊ _ Complete installation guide of IBM software systems, Redhat Enterprise, IBM Cloud, and Docker. _ Expert-led demonstration on complete configuration and implementation of IBM software solutions. _ Includes best practices and efficient techniques adopted by banks, financial services, and insurance companies. DESCRIPTIONÊ This book provides instructions for installation, configuration and troubleshooting sections to improve the IT support productivity and fast resolution of issues that arise. It covers readers' references that are available online and also step-by-step procedures required for a successful installation of a broad range ofÊ IBM Data Analytics products.Ê This book provides a holistic in-depth knowledge for students, software architects, installation specialists, and developers of Data Analysis software and a handbook for data analysts who want a single source of information on IBM Data Analysis Software products. This book provides a single resource that covers the latest available IBM Data Analysis software on the most recent RedHat Linux and IBM Cloud platforms. This book includes comprehensive technical guidance, enabling IT professionals to gain an in-depth knowledge of the installation of a broad range of IBM Software products across different operating systems.Ê WHAT YOU WILL LEARN _ Step-by-step installation and configuration of IBM Watson Analytics. _ Managing RedHat Enterprise Systems and IBM Cloud Platforms. _ Installing, configuring, and managing IBM StoredIQ. _ Best practices to administer and maintain IBM software packages. _ Upgrading VMware stations and installing Docker. WHO THIS BOOK IS FORÊÊ This book is a go-to guide for IT professionals who are primarilyÊ Solution Architects, Implementation Experts, or Technology Consultants of IBM Software suites. This will also be a useful guide for IT managers who are looking to adopt and enable their enterprise with IBM products. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with IBM Resources for Analytics 2. IBM Component Software Compatibility Matrix 3. IBM Download Procedures 4. On-Premise Server Configurations and Prerequisites 5. IBM Fix Packs 6. IBM Cloud PAK Systems 7. RedHat OpenShift 4.x Installations 8. IBM Cloud Private System 9. Base VMWare System Platform 10. IBM Cloud Private Cluster on CentOS 8.0 11. UIMA Pipeline and Java Code Extensions 12. IBM Watson Explorer Foundational Components V12 13. IBM Watson Explorer oneWEX 12.0.3 14. IBM StoredIQ for Legal APPENDIX References and End of Life Support

IBM Cognos Business Intelligence v10
IBM Cognos Business Intelligence v10

Author: Sangeeta Gautam

Publisher: IBM Press

Published: 2012-11-20

Total Pages: 1173

ISBN-13: 013272474X

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Maximize the Value of Business Intelligence with IBM Cognos v10 -- Hands-on, from Start to Finish This easy-to-use, hands-on guide brings together all the information and insight you need to drive maximum business value from IBM Cognos v10. Long-time IBM Cognos expert and product designer Sangeeta Gautam thoroughly illuminates Cognos BI v10’s key capabilities: analysis, query, reporting, and dashboards. Gautam shows how to take full advantage of each key IBM Cognos feature, including brand-new innovations such as Active Reports and the new IBM Cognos Workspace report consumption environment. She concludes by walking you through successfully planning and implementing an integrated business intelligence solution using IBM’s best-practice methodologies. The first and only guide of its kind, IBM Cognos Business Intelligence v10 offers expert insights for BI designers, architects, developers, administrators, project managers, nontechnical end-users, and partners throughout all areas of the business—from sales and marketing to operations and lines of business. If you’re pursuing official IBM Cognos certification, you’ll also find Cognos certification sample questions and information to help you with the certification process. Coverage Includes • Understanding IBM Cognos BI’s components and open, extensible architecture • Working with IBM Cognos key “studio” tools: Analysis Studio, Query Studio, Report Studio, and Event Studio • Developing and managing powerful reports that draw on the rich capabilities of IBM Cognos Workspace and Workspace Advanced • Designing Star Schema databases and metadata models to answer the questions your organization cares about most • Efficiently maintaining and systematically securing IBM Cognos BI environments and their objects • Using IBM Cognos Connection as your single point of entry to all corporate data • Building interactive, easy-to-manage Active Reports for casual business users • Using new IBM Cognos BI v10.1 Dynamic Query Mode (DQM) to improve performance with complex heterogeneous data • Identifying, exploring, and exploiting hidden data relationships • Creating quick ad hoc queries that deliver fast answers • Establishing user and administrator roles

Mastering IBM CMOD for RedHat Linux and Windows 11 Servers
Mastering IBM CMOD for RedHat Linux and Windows 11 Servers

Author: Alan S. Bluck

Publisher: Orange Education Pvt Ltd

Published: 2024-10-09

Total Pages: 591

ISBN-13: 8197953449

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TAGLINE Instructions for downloading, installing, and upgrading IBM CMOD KEY FEATURES ● Master IBM CMOD installation on RedHat Linux and Windows, including optional software and upgrade steps. ● Learn to configure CMOD with Content Navigator and FileNet using practical, real-world examples. ● Acquire essential admin skills for Linux and Windows, focusing on user management and system optimization. ● Hands-on examples of using the CMOD Java API for building and integrating custom solutions. DESCRIPTION Research shows that organizations using robust content management systems can reduce operational costs by up to 30% and improve data retrieval times by over 50%. IBM CMOD, utilized by thousands globally, connects millions of users daily, empowering them to create tailored solutions through customizable parameters. Mastering IBM CMOD for Red Hat Linux and Windows 11 Servers goes beyond basic instruction, offering a hands-on, practical approach for professionals eager to excel in data management. This book combines foundational knowledge with advanced applications, equipping readers to seamlessly download, install, configure, and integrate CMOD across both operating systems. Explore unique industry applications with detailed integration steps for IBM Content Navigator and IBM FileNet, ensuring you meet real-world business needs effectively. With crystal-clear instructions and illustrative screenshots, the learning process is streamlined. Additionally, gain expert guidance on configuring CMOD Java API examples within a Linux Eclipse Java IDE environment, equipping you with essential skills to build and integrate custom solutions confidently. Get started with this IBM CMOD book to transform your content management capabilities and say goodbye to struggles with IBM CMOD installation and configuration. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Understand the core concepts, functionalities, installation, and configuration of IBM Content Manager OnDemand (CMOD). ● Discover advanced methods for integrating CMOD with IBM Content Navigator and FileNet. ● Gain best practices for administration of CMOD on both Linux and Windows platforms. ● Learn strategies for optimizing CMOD performance, including resource allocation and system tuning. ● Develop troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve common issues encountered during installation and operation. ● Understand how to effectively manage data loading and processing with ARSLOAD and ARSXAFP commands. ● Build and integrate custom applications with detailed instructions on configuring CMOD Java API examples within a Linux Eclipse Java IDE. ● Benefit from a collection of configuration files and essential publications for ongoing reference and support. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This book is designed for Java programmers, developers, IT consultants, and systems architects with foundational IT knowledge. It offers comprehensive instructions for downloading, installing, and configuring IBM CMOD version 10.5.0.7, including integration with IBM Content Navigator and IBM FileNet. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to IBM Content Manager OnDemand 2. Installing CMOD on Linux Systems 3. Installing Optional CMOD Software on Linux 4. Installing the Upgraded Linux GSKit and Libraries 5. Installing CMOD on Windows Systems 6. Restarting the CMOD System on Linux 7. CMOD Administration on Windows 8. CMOD System User Administration on Linux 9. CMOD Java API Examples 10. Connecting CMOD to IBM Content Navigator 11. Starting arssockd on the Linux Server 12. Configuring the arsload Program 13. Running ARSLOAD 14. Running the ARSXAFP Program on Windows and Linux APPENDIX A: IBM Content Manager OnDemand Fix Pack Installation APPENDIX B: Recreating an Application Group APPENDIX C: List of Configuration Files and Settings APPENDIX D: ASB Software Development Limited Publications Index

Workload Optimized Systems: Tuning POWER7 for Analytics
Workload Optimized Systems: Tuning POWER7 for Analytics

Author: Dino Quintero

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Published: 2013-04-14

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 0738437328

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This IBM® Redbooks® publication addresses topics to help clients to take advantage of the virtualization strengths of the POWER® platform to solve system resource utilization challenges and maximize system throughput and capacity. This publication examines the tools, utilities, documentation, and other resources available to help technical teams provide business solutions and support for Cognos® Business Intelligence (BI) and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS®) on Power SystemsTM virtualized environments. This book addresses topics to help address complex high availability requirements, help maximize the availability of systems, and provide expert-level documentation to the worldwide support teams. This book strengthens the position of the Cognos and SPSS solutions with a well-defined and documented deployment model within a POWER system virtualized environment. This model provides clients with a planned foundation for security, scaling, capacity, resilience, and optimization. This book is targeted toward technical professionals (BI consultants, technical support staff, IT Architects, and IT Specialists) who are responsible for providing Smart Analytics solutions and support for Cognos and SPSS on Power Systems.

Using zEnterprise for Smart Analytics: Volume 2 Implementation
Using zEnterprise for Smart Analytics: Volume 2 Implementation

Author: Mike Ebbers

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Published: 2013-04-23

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 0738437522

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This IBM® Redbooks® publication series explains the assessment and implementation of a workload, integrated within IBM Smarter Banking® Showcase, and hosted at IBM Montpellier, France. Intended for decision-makers, consultants, architects, administrators, and specialists, this book is the second volume in a series of two: Assessment: Volume 1 (SG24-8007) describes how to evaluate the requirements of a new Smarter Analytics workload, addressing the user, system resources, and data processing profiles to identify the most optimal configuration by using IBM methodologies, such as fit-for-purpose. Given that the existing showcase is based on the IBM zEnterprise® System, deployment options include IBM z/OS®, Linux on IBM System z®, IBM AIX® running on IBM POWER® processor-based blades within the zEnterprise BladeCenter® Extension (zBX), and Windows Server 2008 running on System x® and BladeCenter blades also within zBX. Implementation: Volume 2 (SG24-8008), which you are reading, describes the setups that are involved in deploying the Smarter Analytics workload within the showcase. With multiple components, including IBM Cognos® BI, IBM Cognos TM1®, Cognos Metric Studio, IBM DB2® for z/OS, and a number of application design tools, the workload spans multiple operating environments. The use of application clustering, setting up performance policies by using Unified Resource Manager, and simulation test execution results are included.

Practical Java Programming with ChatGPT
Practical Java Programming with ChatGPT

Author: Alan S. Bluck

Publisher: Orange Education Pvt Ltd

Published: 2023-11-03

Total Pages: 409

ISBN-13: 8119416791

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How to use ChatGPT to write fast validated Java code KEY FEATURES ● Discover how to leverage Java code generated with ChatGPT to expedite the development of practical solutions for everyday programming challenges. ● Gain insight into the benefits of harnessing AI to elevate your effectiveness as a software engineer. ● Elevate your professional journey by significantly boosting your programming efficiency to swiftly produce reliable; tested code. ● Harness and validate the potential of ChatGPT; both directly through the ChatGPT Java API and indirectly by leveraging ChatGPT's Java code generation capabilities. DESCRIPTION Embark on a Fascinating Journey into AI-Powered Software Development with ChatGPT. This transformative book challenges the conventional speed of software development by showcasing a diverse array of inquiries directed at cutting-edge AI tools, including Ask AI, ChatGPT 3.5, Perplexity AI, Microsoft Bing Chatbot based on ChatGPT 4.0, and the Phed mobile app. Diving deep into the integration of Java and ChatGPT, this book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of their synergy in programming. Each carefully crafted question serves as a testament to ChatGPT's exceptional ability to swiftly generate Java programs. The resulting code undergoes rigorous validation using the latest open-source Eclipse IDE and the Java language, empowering readers to craft efficient code in a fraction of the usual time. The journey doesn't end there—this book looks ahead to the promising future of ChatGPT, unveiling exciting potential enhancements planned by OpenAI. These innovations are poised to usher in even more formidable AI-driven capabilities for software development. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Develop NLP Solutions in Java for Mathematical, Content, and Sentiment Analysis. ● Seamlessly Integrate ChatGPT with Java via OpenAI API. ● Harness AI-Powered Code Snippet Generation and Intelligent Code Suggestions. ● Leverage Rapid Idea Prototyping and Validation in Java Development. ● Empower the Creation of Tailored Java Applications. ● Enhance Efficiency and Expedite Prototyping with Instant AI Insights. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This book is tailored for Java Programmers, IT consultants, Systems and Solution Architects with fundamental IT knowledge. It offers practical templates for Java programming solutions, complete with ChatGPT-powered examples. These templates empower Developers working on data processing, mathematical analysis, and document management, facilitating implementations for industries such as Manufacturing, Banking, and Insurance Companies. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started with ChatGPT 2. Java Programming – Best Practices as Stated by ChatGPT 3. Developing Java Code for Utilizing the ChatGPT API 4. Java Program for Using Binary Search 5. Installation of the Latest Open-source Eclipse Java IDE 6. ChatGPT Generated Java Code for Fourier Analysis 7. ChatGPT Generated Java Code for the Fast Fourier Transform 8. ChatGPT Generated Java Code for Indexing a Document 9. ChatGPT-Generated Java Code for Saltikov Particle Distribution 10. ChatGPT-Generated Java Code to Invert a Triangular Matrix 11. ChatGPT Generated Java Code to Store a Document in the IBM FileNet System 12. Conclusions and the Future of ChatGPT for Program Development 13. Appendices for Additional Questions Index

IBM Smart Analytics Cloud
IBM Smart Analytics Cloud

Author: Lydia Parziale

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Published: 2010-09-30

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 0738434647

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This IBM Redbooks® publication presents a Smart Analytics Cloud. The IBM Smart Analytics Cloud is an IBM offering to enable delivery of business intelligence and analytics at the customer location in a private cloud deployment. The offering leverages a combination of IBM hardware, software and services to offer customers a complete solution that is enabled at their site. In this publication, we provide the background and product information for decision-makers to proceed with a cloud solution. The content ranges from an introduction to cloud computing to details about our lab implementation. The core of the book discusses the business value, architecture, and functionality of a Smart Analytics Cloud. To provide deeper perspective, documentation is also provided about implementation of one specific Smart Analytics Cloud solution that we created in our lab environment. Additionally, we also describe the IBM Smart Analytics Cloud service offering that can help you create your own Smart Analytics cloud solution that is tailored to your business needs.

IBM Cognos Dynamic Cubes
IBM Cognos Dynamic Cubes

Author: Dmitriy Beryoza

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Published: 2015-07-31

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 0738440833

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IBM® Cognos® Business Intelligence (BI) provides a proven enterprise BI platform with an open data strategy. Cognos BI provides customers with the ability to use data from any source, package it into a business model, and make it available to consumers in various interfaces that are tailored to the task. IBM Cognos Dynamic Cubes complements the existing Cognos BI capabilities and continues the tradition of an open data model. It focuses on extending the scalability of the IBM Cognos platform to enable speed-of-thought analytics over terabytes of enterprise data, without having to invest in a new data warehouse appliance. This capability adds a new level of query intelligence so you can unleash the power of your enterprise data warehouse. This IBM Redbooks® publication addresses IBM Cognos Business Intelligence V10.2.2 and specifically, the IBM Cognos Dynamic Cubes capabilities. This book can help you in the following ways: Understand core features of the Cognos Dynamic Cubes capabilities of Cognos BI V10.2 Learn by example with practical scenarios by using the IBM Cognos samples This book uses fictional business scenarios to demonstrate the power and capabilities of IBM Cognos Dynamic Cubes. It primarily focuses on the roles of the modeler, administrator, and IT architect.