What is essential for real-time data integration in SAP Analytics Cloud?

Real-time data integration in SAP Analytics Cloud relies heavily on live data connections. These connections allow SAP Analytics Cloud to establish a direct link to various data sources, enabling users to access and analyze the most current data available without the need for data replication or data storage in the cloud. This feature is crucial for organizations that need up-to-the-minute insights and decision-making capabilities, as it ensures that any data visualizations or analytics are based on real-time information.

By utilizing live data connections, users can interact with data directly from its source—be it a database, an on-premise system, or another cloud application. This direct access not only enhances data accuracy but also streamlines the process of reporting and analysis since users are working with the freshest data available.

In contrast, while data cleansing techniques, data visualization tools, and data manipulation functions are important for overall data quality and usability, they do not specifically enable real-time integration. Their primary focus is on improving data quality, enhancing the presentation of data, and processing data, respectively, rather than ensuring continuous, real-time data access from various sources. This distinction highlights the central role that live data connections play in achieving real-time data integration within SAP Analytics Cloud.