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on this topic later in the chapter; however, in respect to data I oen recommend the
modeling of dimensionality with Studio, but loading data directly with the Data Prep
Editor. To take that sentiment one step farther, I oen recommend that you model your
dimensionality with Studio, but perform the dimension build processes manually lever-
aging the Load Rules Studio generates.
At its core, Essbase Studio tool is a graphical Load Rule generator whose output need
not be a cube. In fact, there is an overt option to simply generate Load Rules, which can
then be used in sta