What does SAP HANA mean for you? This book is your introduction to all the essentials: from implementation options to the basics of data modeling and administration. With cutting-edge coverage of Smart Data Access, Vora, and more, this best-seller has everything you need to take your first steps with SAP HANA. SAP HANA as a Database Explore your options! Find out how SAP HANA can be used as a database for SAP BW, SAP Business Suite, SAP S/4HANA, and more--and what this means for your landscape. SAP HANA as an Application Platform SAP HANA is a developer's playground. Learn what you can do with SAP HANA Extended Application Server Advanced (XSA) and SAP HANA Cloud Platform. New Developments in Data Modeling and Provisioning Make sure you're up to date! Understand all the core concepts and also get the latest information on calculation views, the SAP HANA Web IDE, and Smart Data Access.Highlights: In-memory computing SAP Business Warehouse on SAP HANA (SAP BW on SAP HANA) SAP Business Suite on SAP HANA SAP HANA Cloud Platform SAP S/4HANA SAP BusinessObjects BI SAP HANA Live Data modeling Data provisioning Administration SAP HANA Studio