1. Building an Observation Data Layer
Bryan Enslein

2. What is an Observation Data Layer?
Layer with points of data collection
First stage of data interpretation before manipulation

3. Data Why is this Needed? Data is not Lacking! Communication lacking!
Observation Layer bridges gap between user and supplier
Data
Data

4. How is this Done? SQL Server and HIS
DASH is the current user interface
User selects site, variable, dates

5. The Process Data from Flat File or Excel in various formats
Transform into MyDB
Format recognized by Observation Database Data Loader
Upload to Observation Data Model

7. Check Data With ODM Tools

8. Web Services

10. ODM.ws Spreadsheet

11. Future Work Implement SQL Server Integrated Services
Automates the process

12. Questions?