FAQs
Q. This looks like an all-encompassing solution. How long does it take to implement the solution?
A: One of the key strengths of the solution is that it is pre-built with ready-made data models, data extractors, transformation routines, report queries. The degree of customization required is minimal (< 10%) and so the time taken to deploy this solution is 3-4 months
Q. How much does AA+ cost? How does it compare with a custom built solution?
A: AA+ is pre-built with industry standard KPIs, analyses as well as ready-made data models, data extractors, transformation routines. This ensures minimal customization and remarkably reduced rework at different phases of a custom built application lifecycle. The post go live maintenance cost is also radically lower with AA+. In fact the cost and time required to implement AA+ is 5-6 times lower than that required for a corresponding custom built solution
Q. How can a pre-built solution meet my needs?
A: The solution is based on industry standard BI and Analytics needs and the entire solution starting from data model to data extractors to transformation & routines as well as report queries are ready-built to meet your typical BI needs with an expected required customization of less than 10%
Q. My business has its unique needs. What if my requirements are very different from what your pre-defined solution addresses?
A: This is unlikely. However in the unlikely event that this happens, the solution is customizable to meet your unique needs. Having said that we really do not expect a customization of more than 10%
Q. I have existing investments in a particular technology stack. Would your solution work well with my tech stack or do I have to refresh my tech stack and in the process lose my existing investments?
A: Not at all! AA+ is technology agnostic and will work in tandem with your existing tech stack be it SAP, Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Pentaho or anything else!
Q. I have several different data sources across businesses, geographies and systems! How will you integrate these disparate data sources?
A: AA+ consists of a pre-built ETL solution which includes pre-built extractors for all industry standard source systems. The data integration is a part of the solution, all we need from you is information on the various data sources and we will get the rest done for you!
Q. How does AA+ compare with an industry standard tool like Qlikview for example?
A: It cannot be compared! AA+ is a solution which can be deployed on any technology stack whereas Qlikview is a tool. In other words AA+ is not a tool, it’s a solution that can be deployed on any combination of technologies and tools
Q. How do you ensure that industry standard BI needs are factored in your solution?
A: GrayMatter has an eclectic mix of finance domain experts who ensure that all the industry standard BI needs are defined and covered by the solution
Q. Is AA+ available for purchase on a licensed model?
A: Yes, it is, please reach out to AA_queries@graymatter.co.in for more information
Q. I have a dynamically growing business, would your solution scale up to my future needs?
A: Yes! AA+ is built such that it covers your needs for the next 10 years, at the least!
Q. My key business users have unique information needs. They get irritated with standard, vanilla reports! How can AA+ address that?
A: AA+ includes role-based insights which ensures that your different key business users get what they want!
Q. I like the solution… I wish there was an instalment payment scheme. Is it possible?
A: We read your mind! You should go for AA+ on cloud. For more details please reach out to AA_queries@graymatter.co.in