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VA Technical Reference Model v 24.7

Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT)
Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT) Technology

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Technologies must be operated and maintained in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. More information on the proper use of the TRM can be found on the TRM Proper Use Tab/Section.

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Description: Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT) is an open source technology that provides reporting capabilities, specifically for Web and client applications based on Java. BIRT has Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for design, report, and chart engines, and can produce reports in several different formats including Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Portable Document Format (PDF), PowerPoint (PPT), and postscript formats.

The BIRT sample database provides a simple set of tables and data that form the basis for BIRT sample reports. The sample database is available in two forms: Apache Derby (Java Database) or MySQL. The Apache Derby database is included in the BIRT download as a built-in data source, whereas MySQL must be installed separately. Additionally, this technology can connect to multiple Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) data sources to pull and extract information.
Technology/Standard Usage Requirements: Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to, VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users should check with their supervisor, Information Security Officer (ISO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation.
Section 508 Information: This technology has been assessed by the Section 508 Office and found non-conformant. The Implementer of this technology has the responsibility to ensure the version deployed is 508-compliant. Section 508 compliance may be reviewed by the Section 508 Office and appropriate remedial action required if necessary. For additional information or assistance regarding Section 508, please contact the Section 508 Office at Section508@va.gov. Please see reference tab for more information concerning product versions.
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Decision Source: TRM Mgmt Group
Decision Process: One-VA TRM v23.3
Decision Date: 03/16/2023 at 03:46:35 UTC
Introduced By: Enterprise Tools Management
Vendor Name: Eclipse
- The information contained on this page is accurate as of the Decision Date (03/16/2023 at 03:46:35 UTC).