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Business Objects (BO) is an integrated query, reporting and analysis tool that allows you to access data in Vanderbilt University´s corporate databases, called universes. You can then create a custom report and analyze this information in a Business Objects document.

 Business Objects XI General Ledger Universe

The Office of Financial Affairs manages the General Ledger Universe in Business Objects. The data in this universe allow you to create custom reports based on GL information. The GL Universe uses the Desktop Intelligence, Deski, platform of Business Objects for reporting purposes. This platform requires a simple installation on your computer.

To use Business Objects for General Ledger reporting you must first request and obtain access to the General Ledger Universe. Complete the request form at the following link for access to this universe:
http://www.vanderbilt.edu/stop/forms/uploads/Business_Objects_Security_form.doc.

Getting Set Up with Business Objects for the GL Universe:
  1. Complete and submit a BO Access form for the General Ledger Universe.
  2. Install Business Objects XI Desktop Intelligence.
  3. Sign up for training.
Resources:
 Installing Deski XI.
 What´s New in Deski XI? This document is for BO 6.5 users who are upgrading to version XI.
 Self-Enrollment Instructions to the Vanderbilt BO Users Group
 FAQs
 Contact FIS

Note:
All Business Objects information referred to here relates only to the Business Objects General Ledger Universe. To access resources for all other Business Objects universes, coming soon.



 Business Objects 6.5 (original version)

Note: Vanderbilt is upgrading to a newer version of BO mentioned above. As a result, training and support for 6.5 will begin to be phased out. If you are currently using 6.5 you should begin making preparations for the upgrade to our newer version as soon as possible.

Resources:
 Self-Enrollment Instructions to the Vanderbilt BO Users Group
 User Setup & Upgrades
 FAQ's
 Contact FIS
User Guides:
      Accessing Data and Data Analysis
      Reporting Techniques and Formatting


Training:
 Personal Trainer
Financial Universe:
      Classroom Training (Financial Universe)
      Classroom Material (Level 1, Financial Universe)
      Classroom Material (Level 2, Financial Universe)

STAR Universe (Used for Signature Authorization lookup):
      Signature Authorization Training Guide (STAR Universe)
      Signature Authorization Quick Reference (STAR Universe)

Note:
All Business Objects information contained within this website relates only to the Business Objects - Financial and STAR Universes. To access resources for all other Business Objects universes, please review the "Business Objects Information" entry on the Forms Locator.



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