Typically, a Metrics Management database supports both read and write access. You can create a read-only version of your production database. The read-only database enforces full security to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Consider creating a read-only version of your production database to make a snapshot of the database available to users on a read-only basis. For example, create a copy of your database after reporting year‑end financial data. Then, make the database copy available to users on a read-only basis.