Bryan Enslein

What is an Observation Data Layer?

•Layer with points of data collection•First stage of data interpretation before manipulation

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

and supplier

How is this Done?SQL Server and HISDASH is the current user interfaceUser selects site, variable, dates

The ProcessData from Flat File or Excel in various formatsTransform into MyDB

Format recognized by Observation Database Data LoaderUpload to Observation Data Model

http://www.cuahsi.org/his/odm.html

Check Data With ODM Tools

Web Services

ODM.ws Spreadsheet

Future WorkImplement SQL

Server Integrated Services

Automates the process

Questions?