Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Evolution of Computer and Origin of In-memory Computing Technology
2.1 Evolution of Computer
2.1.1 Changes of Generations of Computer
2.1.2 Development of Processor
2.1.3 History of Memory
2.2 Origin of In-memory Computing Technology
2.2.1 Business Needs
2.2.2 Development of Hardware
2.2.3 Software Technology Innovation
2.3 Conclusions
Chapter 3 Features of SAP HANA In-memory Computing Technology
3.1 Profiles of Main In-memory Computing Technology Products
3.1.1 SAP HANA
3.1.2 Oracle Exalytics
3.1.3 Oracle TimesTen
3.1.4 IBM SolidDB
3.2 Characteristics of SAP HANA memory technology
3.2.1 Efficient Parallel Processing Mechanism
3.2.2 Memory-based Efficient Data Read and Process
3.2.3 Efficient Data Compression to Optimize Memory Utilization
3.2.4 Row-column Storage Mixed-mode
3.2.5 Virtual Modelling to Reduce Data Redundancy
3.2.6 Data-intensive Computing at the Database Layer
3.2.7 Other Characteristics of SAP HANA
3.3 Conclusions
Chapter 4 Basic Knowledge of SAP HANA In-memory Computing Technology Application
4.1 SAP HANA Appliance Architecture
4.1.1 HANA In-memory Computing Engine
4.1.2 HANA Studio
4.1.3 Presentation Layer of HANA
4.1.4 HANA-Enabled Data Sources
4.2 SAP HANA Applicable Hardware Servers
4.2.1 SAP HANA Applicable Platform Requirements
4.2.2 Explanation of Adaptability of SAP HANA to P770
4.2.3 Instruction of Support of HANA to Superdome and rx8640
4.2.4 Conclusions of Analysis on SAP HANA Applicable Platform
4.3 SAP HANA Studio (HANA Studio)
4.3.1 System Requirements
4.3.2 Enabling Platforms
4.3.3 Functions of HANA Studio
4.4 SAP HANA Reporting Presentation Tools
4.4.1 HANA Database Access Interfaces
4.4.2 HANA Reporting Presentation Tools
4.5 SAP HANA Application Restrictions
Chapter 5 Data Extraction Mechanism of SAP HANA
5.1 Trigger-Based Replication-SLT Data Synchronization
5.1.1 Initialization Import
5.1.2 Incremental Updating
5.1.3 SLT Data Synchronization Features
5.2 ETL-Based Replication-DS Data Synchronization
5.2.1 Data Service Modelling Tools
5.2.2 Data Initialization Import and Incremental Updating
5.2.3 Features of DS Data Synchronization
5.2.4 Components Required by ETL-Based Data Synchronization
5.3 Log-Based Replication-SRS Data Synchronization
5.3.1 Data Initialization Import and Incremental Updating
5.3.2 Features of SRS Data Synchronization
5.3.3 Components of Log-Based Data Synchronization
5.4 Comprehensive Comparison of Three Data Replication Technologies
Chapter 6 System Security and Privilege Management of SAP HANA
6.1 User Management and Authentication
6.1.1 User Management Tools and Validation
6.1.2 User Type
6.1.3 Standard Users and Roles
6.2 Authorization
6.2.1 Authorization Concepts
6.2.2 Privilege Type
6.3 Network and Communications Security
6.3.1 Network Security
6.3.2 Communications Security
6.4 Storage Security
6.4.1 Protection of Data in File System
6.4.2 Data Encryption
6.4.3 Data Storage Security
6.5 System Audit
6.5.1 Audit Policy
6.5.2 Global Audit Configuration
Chapter 7 SAP HANA Modelling Techniques
7.1 SAP HANA Studio Modelling
7.1.1 SAP HANA Modelling Process
7.1.2 Three View Tools of HANA Studio
7.1.3 Procedures of HANA Studio (Procedures)
7.1.4 Model Import/Export
7.2 HANA Data Modelling in BW
7.3 Call HANA Database via ABAP in ECC6
7.4 Comparison of Three Data Modelling Approaches
Chapter 8 Applications of SAP HANA In-memory Computing Technology
8.1 SAP HANA and Value of Information System
8.2 Enterprise Operational Performance and Manpower, Assets and Materials Management
8.2.1 Integrated Management
8.2.2 Human Resource Management
8.2.3 Financial Management
8.2.4 Materials Management
8.3 Planning and Construction
8.3.1 Grid Planning
8.3.2 Grid Construction
8.4 Marketing Management
8.4.1 Customer Relationship Management
8.4.2 Marketing Business Management
8.4.3 Marketing Project Management
8.5 Operation and Maintenance Management
8.5.1 Grid Scheduling Operation Management
8.5.2 Grid Equipment Maintenance (Safety Production)
8.5.3 Operating Status of Information System
Chapter 9 SAP HANA PoC Project Conducted by LNEPC
9.1 Authentication Goals
9.2 System Architecture Overview
9.2.1 Authentication of System Architecture
9.2.2 Hardware Authentication
9.2.3 Authentication Software
9.3 PoC Project Methods
9.4 Issues and Solutions
9.4.1 Hardware and Software Installation and System Configuration
9.4.2 Modelling and Configuration in Implementation Process
9.4.3 System Migration Issues
9.4.4 System Upgrading
9.4.5 System Application Issues
9.4.6 SAP HANA Support Issue
Chapter 10 Project Management of SAP HANA Implementation
10.1 SAP HANA Implementation Methodology Overview
10.2 SAP HANA Project Implementation Organizational Structure
10.2.1 Goal of Project Organizational Structure
10.2.2 Members of HANA Project Implementation Team
10.3 Implementation Plan and Steps of HANA Project
10.3.1 Implementation Plan
10.3.2 Implementation Process Overview
10.3.3 Project Implementation Process Examples
10.4 Key Outputs and Deliverables of HANA
10.5 HANA Project Training and Knowledge Transfer
10.5.1 Training and Knowledge Transfer Targets
10.5.2 Training and Knowledge Transfer Methods
10.5.3 Training and Knowledge Transfer Contents
10.6 Other Project Management Activities
10.6.1 Project Integration Management
10.6.2 Project Scope Management
10.6.3 Project Communication Management
10.6.4 Project Risk Management
10.7 Conclusions and Recommendations
Chapter 11 SAP HANA System Building
11.1 System Installation and Administration
11.1.1 Server Installation
11.1.2 SAP HANA System Administration
11.2 Modelling Practice
11.2.1 Naming Rules of Development Objects
11.2.2 Case 1: Plan and Execute Comparison
11.2.3 Case 2: Financial Accounting Analysis
11.3 Go live Strategy
11.3.1 Environment Preparation
11.3.2 Object Migration
11.3.3 Data Extraction
11.3.4 Authentication Testing
11.3.5 Formal Go live
11.4 System Migration Operation Practice
11.4.1 SAP HANA Migration
11.4.2 DS Migration
11.4.3 BO Migration
11.4.4 System Migration Experience Summary
Chapter 12 Experience and Recommendations on SAP HANA System Deployment and Application
12.1 Deployment Experience of HANA Project
12.2 HANA Application Constraints
12.3 HANA Application Suggestions
Reference
Appendix 1 Manual for HANA System Server Installation
Appendix 2 Manual for Installation of HANA Studio and BO4.0 Client
Appendix 3 Manual for HANA-SLT data provisioning training
Appendix 4 Manual for HANA Modelling Operation
Appendix 5 Manual for Excel on SAP HANA
Appendix 6 Manual for System Deployment - Production System Preparation