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FastDB
The BIRT Analytics data repository. FastDB is a web service that caches data and supports executing data analysis and forecasting algorithms.
Related terms
Data Tree, database, data repository, record, table
field
See data field.
filter
A function that limits the number of records included a segment or selection. BIRT Analytics supports the following three filter types: baseline, target, and universal.
Related terms
baseline filter, target filter, universal filter
Forecasting
A predictive analytics tool that uses the Holt‑Winters, iterative method. Forecasting predicts a future trend in data exhibiting a seasonal pattern.
Related terms
Holt-Winters, predictive analytics
functionalities
The system privileges an administrator grants to a security role.
Related terms
BIRT Analytics Administration, security role
Funnel
A data visualization gadget displaying numeric values and boundaries that represent groups in a range, using colored bands that display on a funnel shape.
Related terms
Cylinder, Dial, gadget, Gallery, Label, Meter, Sphere