Cognos Query Studio is a tool that allows end users to create ad hoc reports. No technical know-how is needed to use this tool as it is designed to be incredibly user friendly and intuitive.
In this chapter, we looked at the typical user of Cognos Query Studio. We also looked at how to access the tool and create ad hoc reports using it. We explored the various functionalities available in the toolbars, and finally, we looked at why a business would want a tool like this.
In the next chapter, we will move on from ad hoc reporting and explore the ad hoc analysis that is made available through Analysis Studio.