Since users are able to save as many customized report views as they like with the software, they can easily redistribute them to others. This can lead to lower IT expenses for certain corporations by reducing the resources and personnel needed for these purposes. In a sense, users are able to “re-present” data they receive through reports, keeping the essential information while transforming the manner in which it is delivered so that it suits their needs better. For instance, it allows users to dynamically explore reports by sorting through the reported data using particular parameters, summarizing operations, and more. While it is incapable of report generation itself, it is nevertheless able to serve as an alternative for a report engine when it comes to modification of report views. The Crystal Reports Viewer from SAP is a tool used to open RPT files generated by the developer’s report-generation software.
