Many authors have provided an enormous amount of literature on
data warehousing concepts, processes, and
characteristics. However, the key to a successful data
warehouse is proper
implementation. Previous publications have come up with different ideas and methods to implement a data warehouse successfully. Managers don't have enough time to go through all these readings This paper provides an integration of the various implementation
guidelines with practical examples ranging from the FBI to Wal-Mart. I. Introduction II. Basic Definitions and Concepts of Data Warehousing III. Brief History of Data Warehousing IV. Data Warehousing Characteristics V. Drivers of Data Warehousing VI. Data Warehousing Process VII. Current Issues and Practices of Data Warehousing VIII. Guidelines in Implementing a Data Warehouse IX. Conclusions, Limitations, and Future Research Guidelines X. References