BP Exploration and Production Case Study

OLAP Report Case Study: BP Exploration and Production

Author: David Harvey Released: 2005 Pages: 11 Single User Price: $295 USD A large-scale, worldwide planning system, now on its second-generation OLAP-based incarnation, which replaced a slower, more complex, spreadsheet-based implementation. Why did BP Production & Exploration implement Microsoft's Analysis Services as its preferred platform for OLAP applications? What were the main criteria in its selection of XLCubed as the front end? And what factors led the company to select arcplan's dynaSight? In this detailed, 11-page case study, you will find out what led one of the world's oil giants to develop a planning, reporting and performance analysis solution on a platform which some believe to be more suitable for SMEs than leading multinationals. Discover how the project leader and main architect of MiDAS, BP Production & Exploration's global planning and reporting system, developed a rigorous selection and evaluation process and the reasons behind its software and systems choices. This detailed case study also includes insights into the way in which the company planned and rolled out the project as well as the subsequent realization and management of benefits. In addition, you will find out how users view the system and how the BP division plans to maximize the returns from its investment.

Contents: Background The problem The solution Proof of concept The roll-out In use Benefits An analyst’s perspective of XLCubed Low cost implementations The Future Conclusion Lessons Ask a question about this product? Other customers also purchased: Top 21 Tips Analysis Microsoft Analysis Services 2000 Review Excel add-ins for Analysis Services Email a colleague about this product

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