Formula measures contain a formula which is performed on its submeasures. For example, Measure A * Measure B. Data measure values may be entered directly into the system by a user.

Locations get their data values from their sublocations. For example, the North America data value may based on the Canada, USA, and Mexico sublocations.

Periods are based on the consolidating range and the frequency of the measure. For example, a common consolidation range is This Year To Date and a common period frequency is Month.