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In brief<\/strong><\/p>\n OAC can analyze ERP Cloud data either via a simple but limited direct connection, or via a more flexible and comprehensive classic BI architecture. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||10%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In an environment where data is at the heart of decision-making, Oracle ERP Cloud<\/strong> and Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC)<\/strong> form a duo to transform operational information into strategic insights.<\/p>\n There are a number of different approaches to exploiting and analyzingERP Cloud<\/strong> data in OAC<\/strong><\/a>depending on storage, performance and flexibility requirements.<\/p>\n This article explores the main architectures that can be implemented.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_margin=”||5%||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There are 2 main approaches to processing and analyzing ERP Cloud data in OAC: one that I would describe as straightforward, and another that is more traditional and generally encountered in Business Intelligence<\/strong> projects.<\/p>\n Simply use the native connection between OAC and ERP Cloud via the Oracle Applications connector.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.sqorus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/OAC-et-ERP-Cloud.png” title_text=”OAC and ERP Cloud” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This connector enables data from the Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications suite to be viewed directly in OAC:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.sqorus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Capture-decran-2026-03-27-152151.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2026-03-27 152151″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This connection provides access to subject areas and OTBI reports<\/strong> available in Oracle ERP Cloud<\/a> <\/strong>. Datasets can be created from this data and visualized in Oracle Analytics Cloud<\/strong>. \u200b<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The direct approach is ideal for rapid, standardized<\/strong> analysis needs, based on existing ERP Cloud reports. It is suitable for business users who do not need to access raw data or perform complex analyses. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This approach addresses the limitations observed in the first approach, by adopting a classic BI architecture for integrating, processing and storing large quantities of source data for Cloud ERP reports and subject areas.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.sqorus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Architecture-BI-1.png” title_text=”BI Architecture (1)” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”||5%||false|false” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This is made possible by the use of BI Publisher<\/strong>, which provides direct access to source tables. ERP Cloud<\/a><\/strong>. It is therefore possible to create reports from SQL queries extracting data from tables and loading them into a database (ADB, ATP, ADW…) via an ETL tool (ODI or OIC<\/a> for example). <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_color=”#f7fbff” custom_margin=”||8%||false|false” custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%|true|true” border_radii=”on|23px|23px|23px|23px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Roboto” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Full access<\/strong>: data from all ERP Cloud tables can be analyzed without restriction.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Flexibility<\/strong>: you can easily transform and enrich data, and define your own KPIs before analysis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Unlimited volume<\/strong>: data is stored in a datawarehouse optimized for high-volume processing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Multi-source integration<\/strong>: Cloud ERP data can be cross-referenced with other sources (CRM, external data, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ 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The former is fast for standard analyses, the latter ideal for advanced and high-volume needs. The choice depends on the level of customization and complexity required. <\/p>\nWhat BI architecture is needed to make the most of your data?<\/h2>\n
1. Direct” approach<\/h3>\n
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2. Classic” approach<\/h2>\n
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Are you hesitating between the two approaches for your project?<\/h2>\n
What approach should you choose for your Oracle BI project?<\/h2>\n
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SQORUS, Oracle Analytics Cloud and ERP Cloud expert<\/h2>\n
A project? A request?A question?<\/h2>\n
FAQ<\/h2>\n