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HP Information Access
OpenWarehouse Certified
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Introduction
============
HP Information Access is simple, yet powerful software, for
accessing data from mainframe, minicomputer, or PC databases.
With HP Information Access, non-technical knowledge workers can
graphically pull information from a vast range of external data
sources into formatted desktop reports and other applications.
Data sources include DB2, INFORMIX, ORACLE, ALLBASE/SQL, SYBASE
and many more, while desktop applications include Lotus 1-2-3,
MS Excel and word processors. HP Information Access supports a
wide variety of customer environments, including both staged
data access and direct data access.
Benefits
========
HP Information Access empowers knowledge workers - executives,
managers, supervisors, financial analysts, product managers, MIS
professionals, and others - with the right tool to access the
right information when they need it. HP Information Access
delivers exceptional benefits:
Fast access to personal, departmental, and enterprise-wide
databases resulting in better, more timely decision-making.
No other competitive product supports as broad a range of
databases. Fast access greatly simplifies the production of
routine reports and data transfers. Data delivery to
applications or other individuals can even be scheduled during
off-hours.
Easy-to-use graphical drag-and-drop interface for retrieving
structured data.
HP Information Access uses an intuitive, mouse-driven
point-and-click MS Windows based interface designed to help the
business professional easily retrieve database information.
Queries are formed via drag-and-drop without requiring knowledge
of programming, networking or database syntax , ensuring that
end-users will use HP Information Access. Even multiple tables
can be joined graphically.
Choice of desktop environment
=============================
HP Information Access supports MS Windows and HP NewWave PCs.
Task Automation
===============
Routine reports and decision support applications such as
spreadsheets, graphics, or other applications often require
frequent updates. HP Information Access can provide automatic
updates of the most current information to most applications
through its support of DDE, OLE, and HP NewWave Agents.
Client-Server Architecture
==========================
As a client-server application, HP Information Access
efficiently utilizes DBMS servers for data processing, while
moving data manipulation, reporting, and integration to the PC.
Product Features
================
Connectivity
------------
HP Information Access supports a wide variety of server
databases including: ORACLE, INGRES INFORMIX, ALLBASE/SQL, and
many more. Additionally, through the use of Information
Builders, Inc.'s EDA/SQL, connectivity is increased to include a
variety of mainframe databases, including DB2.
Comprehensive Report Writer
---------------------------
Access Reports - Simply the BEST Microsoft Windows Report Writer on the
market today, completely integrated into Information Access for Windows.
Access Reports lets end users easily produce reports. Reports can be
created that include simple columnar lists or extensive calculations,
merging text with data and
Highlighting key data with display fonts or other character
attributes. Comparisons of data fields or calculated values of
complex calculations can be performed, allowing for exception reporting
and the generation of reports based upon logical tests of a group of
conditions.
Data Output
-----------
HP Information Access supports static data output in various
file formats to include the following:
- Excel .XLS
- ASCII
- CSV
- dBASE
- DIF
- Lotus 1-2-3
- Paradox
- R:BASE
- SYLK
Of course, as mentioned previously, HP Information Access
supports dynamic data output through DDE, OLE, and HP NewWave
shares for better integration with applications.
On-Line Help
------------
A complete on-line help facility, which includes indexed help,
key-word search, and context-sensitive help, is included.
System Configuration
--------------------
Overall system configuration information including connection
matrices is available in the HP NewWave Access Technical
Support Manual (part no. D2500-90011) or in the extensive
online help facility of Information Access for Windows.
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Summary
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In today's competitive marketplace, knowledge workers must have
access to all the disparate information available in the
enterprise. Corporations with significant investments in
hardware, software, and training must make this disparate
database information accessible to the knowledge worker. The
information in these databases must then be sharable by many
different clients of choice; repetitious work must be automated;
and the software must be easy to use. Access to database and
enterprise information facilitates faster decisions, giving
organizations that implement it a competitive advantage.
HP provides the complete solution from the desktop, with tools
like HP Information Access, to the high performance system
services that connect all the existing information sources
throughout the enterprise. HP's Cooperative Computing Solution
delivers high performance decision support at every knowledge
worker's desktop.
Sales Information
=================
For more information, or to order by phone call 1-800-637-7740.
In Canada, call 1-800-387-3867. Or contact your local HP sales
office listed in your telephone directory or an HP regional
office listed below for the location of your nearest sales
office.
United States:
1-800-637-7740
Canada:
Hewlett Packard Ltd.
6877 Goreway Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1M8
(416) 678-9430
Japan:
Yokogawa-Hewlett-Packard Ltd.
15-7, Nishi Shinjuku 4 Chome
Shinjuku-ku
Tokyo 160, Japan
(03) 5371-1351
Latin America:
Hewlett Packard
Latin America Region Headquarters
5200 Blue Lagoon
Suite 950
Miami, FL 33126
(305) 267-4220
Australia/New Zealand:
Hewlett Packard Australia Ltd.
31-41 Joseph Street
Blackburn, Victoria 3130
Australia (A.C.N. 004 394 763)
(03) 895-2805
Asia-Pacific:
Hewlett-Packard Asia Ltd.
22/F Bond Centre, West Tower
89 Queensway
Central, Hong Kong
(852) 848-7777
Europe/Africa/Middle East:
Hewlett-Packard S.A.
150, Route du Nant-d'Avril
CH-1217 Meyrin 2
Geneva, Switzerland
(22) 780 81 11
__________________________
All brand and product names appearing herewith are registered
trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Technical information in this document is subject to change
without notice.
Copyright
Hewlett-Packard Company 1993
All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation
without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed
under the copyright laws.
Printed in USA 7/93
5091-5630E