Why SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio?

Because it can help you quickly and cost-effectively create data visualizations, dashboards, and BI apps based on the exact requirements of decision makers. Make it easy for users to digest petabytes of information, understand root causes, and gain a holistic view of the enterprise.

Use pre-built templates and guided steps to design faster with professional results
Customize visualizations, dashboards, and apps with a flexible SDK
Directly connect to SAP BW, SAP HANA, and semantic layers for trusted KPIs
Save time and money by re-using data assets in queries, InfoCubes, and SAP HANA
Work in a flexible and scalable Eclipse-based design environment

Learn how SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio can simplify the lives of business users and IT staff:

Functional Capabilities

Build BI dashboards or apps using compelling, multi-dimensional data visualizations
Connect business dashboards and apps to your trusted SAP BW and SAP HANA data
Leverage existing analyses by operating on SAP Business Explorer (SAP BEx) queries, InfoCubes, and SAP HANA views
Lay a foundation for broad publication with easy scalability
Seamlessly transfer data with filter member values from SAP BusinessObjects Analysis, version for OLAP

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Video Tutorials

Technical Capabilities

Flexible Eclipse-based design environment
HTML5 UI technology and built-in iPad support
JSON-based client-side rendering
WSYWIG layout
Less and decoupled properties
Wizards and command script language
Direct integration with SAP BW and SAP HANA
Operability on SAP BEx queries, InfoCubes, and SAP HANA views
Support for engine and platform services specific to SAP BW and SAP HANA

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System requirements for SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio

SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence platform 4.0 or 4.1 must be installed before SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio can be deployed. Other prerequisites include:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.x, 10.x or 11.x must be installed on the client
32-bit version: Includes SAP JVM 7.1. Java Runtime is not required
64-bit version: Includes SAP JVM 7.1. No additional Java JRE required

System and software requirements vary according to specific customer scenarios. Please refer to the SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio Product Availability Matrix for the latest information on updates and releases.

SAP Product Availability Matrix*

SAP Sizing Guide*

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Please contact your local SAP account executive for more information on how to buy and implement SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio.

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Ensure a successful implementation and maximize your ROI with information resources that support the different phases of SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio – from planning and installation to operation.

- Plan
- Install
- Operate
- Train

Refer to section 2 of Administrator Guide: SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio* for important information about installation and upgrade planning.

Confirm that you have a license key

To request permanent license keys, you need authorization under myProfile*. To extend your authorization, please contact an SAP user administrator*.

Download the software

Visit the SAP Support Portal* to download the SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio software installation package.

Need additional help with your implementation?
Contact SAP Digital Business Services or SAP Enterprise Support services

Find an SAP partner to help with your implementation

Complete the installation steps

Refer to section 3 of Administrator Guide: SAP Analytics Design Studio* for a step-by-step overview of the installation process, including a list of required tools and associated documentation.

Need additional help with your implementation?
Contact SAP Digital Business Services or SAP Enterprise Support services

Find an SAP partner to help with your implementation

Refer to Administrator Guide: SAP Analytics Design Studio* to learn how to manage, maintain, and run your SAP applications at peak performance.

Ensure the security of SAP Analytics Design Studio

Download the SAP Analytics Design Studio Security Guide* for important information on ensuring the security of your software

Need additional help with your implementation?
Contact SAP Digital Business Services or SAP Enterprise Support services

Find an SAP partner to help with your implementation

View the SAP Analytics Design Studio training and certification catalog of instructor-led courses and e-courses – and learn when and where it’s convenient for you.

View the catalog

Stay up-to-date with our webinar series

Tune into interactive presentations on a variety of topics about SAP Analytics Design Studio. Content is provided by experts from SAP and our partner and customer ecosystem.

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Upgrades

Plan and carry out a successful upgrade to the latest release of SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio – so you can take advantage of the new features and capabilities right away.

- Plan
- Upgrade

Download the Product Availability Matrix to review upgrade paths for SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio.

Download the matrix now*

Plan your upgrade

Section 4 of Administrator Guide: SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio contains important information about upgrade planning.

Read the guide*

Plan landscape changes

The Landscape Planner lets you visualize your existing system landscape, simulate changes, and analyze the impact.

Use the planner*

Identify dependencies

Use the Upgrade Dependency Analyzer to determine if your upgrade will have an impact on your other systems.

Access the analyzer

Download SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio

Installation and upgrade software*

Get technical release information*

Download support packages*

Ask the Community

Visit the SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio community for the latest technology news and updates. Ask questions, post comments, and discuss issues.

Visit community

Need additional help with your upgrade? Contact SAP Digital Business Services or SAP Enterprise Support services

Find an SAP partner to help with your upgrade

Support

Get the support you need to keep SAP BusinessObjects Design Studio running at peak performance. Our experts can help you maximize the value of your software, take advantage of new business models and capabilities, and more.

Troubleshoot and Maintain

Find solutions to known issues. Stay up to date with technical planning resources and software updates. See more >>

SAP Support Portal Resources

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Release Note for first delivery

Release Limitations Note

Get technical release information for SAP Analytics Design Studio 1.6

Download the latest support packages and patches

View your existing license keys or request additional keys

Open a Support Incident when you need technical assistance from SAP

Product Documentation for SAP Analytics Design Studio 1.6

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