Set Up Row-Level Security in Data Modules by Using queryValue Function

I've been in several situations where a client is hesitant to use a Data Set because of the lack of row-level security. While IBM doesn't provide the same data security functionality for Data Sets and uploaded files, you can easily include row-level security using the queryValue macro function. Let's step through how to do it using an example use case.

Cognos AnalyticsRory CorneliusFebruary 7, 2022Rory Cornelius, Cognos Security, Cognos Comments

Securing Cognos Folders & Objects

When someone talks about security in Cognos Analytics, there are several things that they could be referring to. "Security" could mean making sure web traffic is encrypted with SSL or which capabilities a particular user has access to. It could also refer to what data a person is able to see. However, today I want to talk about the best practices around Cognos object security.

Cognos AnalyticsRory CorneliusMay 10, 2021Rory Cornelius, Cognos, Cognos SecurityComment

Creating Custom Data Visualizations in Cognos 11.1.5

The ability to add your own custom visualizations came with Cognos 11.1.4 and has only improved in the 11.1.5 release. Being able to create or adapt an existing chart created with any JavaScript library means we're no longer tied to what IBM provides. If you see a chart in another tool that you like, then I'm sure there's a way to create it in Cognos.

Creating Custom Calendars in Cognos Analytics 11.1s

One of my favorite features of Data Modules since version 11.1 is the ability to easily do relative date analysis. What used to take a bunch of coding in Framework Manager or several queries within a report, you can now do by pointing your measure to a calendar in a Data Module and automatically have several relative time data items and filters available.

Cognos AnalyticsRory CorneliusJanuary 10, 2020Rory Cornelius, Data Modules, Cognos Comments

Creating Custom Data Visualizations in Cognos Analytics 11.1.4

Cognos now offers the ability to import custom visualizations including D3, Google Charts, and a number of other JavaScript-based visualization engines. That means that if Cognos does not have a particular chart available, it can be added, including any number of properties to customize it as needed.

Top Takeaways from Data and AI Forum

The Data and AI Forum was packed full of keynotes, hands-on labs, product roadmaps, and much more. Some of our consultants attended the conference have collaborated with each other to share the topics that caught their attention with you. Enjoy.