Any organization that implements web reporting quickly realizes the need for standards and controls in reporting infrastructure and content development, especially those implementations with large numbers of complex reports, or large developer communities. Additionally, the reporting capabilites offered�for report developers and users�should accomodate all technical skill�levels to maximize productivity and minimize training.�Lastly, reporting content should be insulated from underlying business and data changes to avoid�time consuming rework. Without the means to address and enforce these requirements, web reporting applications can�quickly become resource intensive and unmanageable.
In this article, I will discuss how to�create a controlled and easy to use reporting environment for your organization�using Libraries and Templates in BIRT, the Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools project from Eclipse.

Using Eclipse BIRT Report Libraries and Templates