SAP BusinessObjects vs SAP Analytics Cloud ? The Decision Matrix
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BOBJ WebI vs. SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)
Resolving the most critical architectural confusion for enterprise migration in 2025.
A common challenge for our clients is realizing that migrating from Web Intelligence (WebI) to SAC isn't an "upgrade," but a re-platforming. The tools solve problems differently. WebI excels at deep, report-level data manipulation, while SAC prioritizes clean, model-based data for augmented analytics. Use this objective matrix to align your existing BOBJ features with their correct SAC counterparts.
| Feature Pillar | SAP BOBJ WebI | SAP Analytics Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Data Security & Access | ||
| Row-Level Security | Defined in Universe (.unx) via SQL | Defined directly on SAC Model (DAC) |
| 2. Infrastructure & Deployment | ||
| Deployment | On-Premise or Private Cloud | Public Cloud (SaaS) |
| AI/Analytics | External R integration | Built-in Joule AI Copilot, Smart Insights |
| Offline Access | WIDX Format supports offline access | Mobile app allows cached offline data |
The data is clear: WebI is the platform for trusted, precise reporting, while SAC is the platform for agile planning and discovery. Your final decision should align with your organization's priority—is it regulatory reporting rigor, or speed of innovation?
Make Your Decision Data-Driven.
Our experts provide a technical audit to score your existing BOBJ variables, security, and infrastructure against the SAC requirements, giving you a definitive, costed roadmap.
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