The Data Warehouse Toolkit : The Complete Guide to Dimensional Modeling paperback (2^nd Ed.)

Dimensional modeling has become the most widely accepted technique for data warehouse design. In this new edition, Ralph Kimball provides a comprehensive collection of all of his dimensional modeling techniques, from basic to advanced including improved existing techniques and brand new ones. He shows specific technologies for common business applications, including retail sales, inventory management, procurement, orders and invoices, customer relationship management, accounting, health care, credit card and financial services, and much more.

Introduction to the Book.

Dimensional Modeling Primer.

Retail Sales.

Inventory.

Procurement.

Order Management.

Customer Relationship Management.

Accounting.

Human Resources Management.

Financial Services.

Telecommunications and Utilities.

Transportation.

Education.

Health Care.

Electronic Commerce.

Insurance.

Building the Data Warehouse.

Present Imperatives and Future Outlook.

Glossary.

Index.