Defining a KPI based on expression values

Use the KPI definition tool to configure the calculation of a KPI's value based on an SQL query that you define.

Procedure

  1. In the KPI definition tool, click the KPI and then click the Calculation tab.
  2. For Calculation type, select Expression.
  3. Select an option for Calculation type:
    • To use data that is received from a data source target table, select the IBM® Intelligent Operations Center data connection option.
    • To use data that is stored in an external database, select the custom data connection option and configure the connection information.
  4. Under Expression Details, enter an SQL query that returns a numerical value.
  5. To check that the expression that you entered returns a numerical value, click Validate.
  6. Save the KPI calculation settings.