In OneStream implementations, what does “administration” typically involve?

In the context of OneStream implementations, administration primarily involves setting up security and user access. This is crucial because OneStream is often utilized in complex organizational environments where different users have varying levels of access to sensitive financial data and operational metrics. Proper administration ensures that only authorized individuals can view or modify certain data, thereby maintaining the integrity and security of the system.

Setting up security and user access not only involves defining roles but also managing permissions associated with those roles. This allows administrators to control what users can do within the application, such as whether they can create reports, enter data, or manage workflows. By effectively managing user access, organizations can ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations regarding data security.

Other tasks, such as data analysis and forecast creation, generating financial reports, and executing data ingestion processes, are typically handled by users who engage with the system for operational purposes or reporting. While these activities are essential to the overall functioning of OneStream, they fall outside the primary role of administration, which focuses on governance and oversight of system access and security.