TM1-101

The TM1-101 exam, focusing on IBM Planning Analytics with TM1, covers a broad range of topics. There's no single definitive list of "main points" as the weighting of topics can vary slightly from exam to exam, but these are the core areas you should master to succeed:

I. Core TM1 Concepts:

• TM1 Architecture: Understanding the server, client, and data structures (cubes, dimensions, measures, hierarchies) is crucial. Knowing how they interact is key.
• Data Modeling: This is a major portion. You need to be able to design efficient and effective cubes, dimensions, and hierarchies to meet specific business requirements. Understanding different dimension types (e.g., regular, ragged, dynamic) is important.
• Data Loading: Familiarity with various data loading methods (e.g., TurboIntegrator, feeders, rules) and their strengths and weaknesses is essential. Performance considerations are also vital.
• Data Manipulation (via Rules and TurboIntegrator): This includes writing and understanding TM1 rules for calculations and data manipulation. TurboIntegrator proficiency for more complex data manipulation and automation tasks is also critical.
• Security: Understanding TM1's security model (users, groups, permissions) and how to implement and manage it effectively.

II. TM1 Client Applications:

• TM1 Web: Knowing how to navigate, interact with, and use features within the web client. This includes working with views, sheets, and basic functionalities.
• Architect: Understanding the functionality of the Architect client for modeling, managing dimensions, cubes, and other metadata.
• Client Applications: While not as heavily weighted as other sections, a basic understanding of how to use various clients (possibly including Excel add-ins) is usually included.

III. Performance and Optimization:

• Performance Tuning: Understanding how to troubleshoot performance issues and optimize cube designs and processes is an increasingly important aspect.
• Data Optimization: This relates to efficient data structures and loading processes to maintain good performance.

IV. Less Heavily Weighted (but still important):

• Administration: Basic administrative tasks might be included, though often less extensively than the core modeling and data manipulation aspects.
• Specific Use Cases: While not explicitly tested on specific industry applications, understanding how TM1 can solve common business problems will help you apply your knowledge.

In short: The exam emphasizes practical skills in designing, building, and managing TM1 models. Focus on your proficiency with data modeling, TurboIntegrator, and rule writing. Remember to practice extensively with sample questions and scenarios to solidify your understanding. Consult the official IBM exam guide for the most up-to-date and detailed information.