Wrapper

In the world of business intelligence and data analytics, a wrapper is a type of software that ‘wraps around’ a different kind of program or code, giving it a new interface so it can be used in a different way. Imagine you have an old school video game console, but you want to play its games on your modern computer. A wrapper would be like an adapter that lets you play those games without any hitches.

In data analytics, wrappers are often used to make it possible for different programs to work with each other. For example, a wrapper could allow a modern analytics program to access data from older, legacy systems that might not be compatible otherwise. It’s like translating between two languages so two people can understand each other, even if they come from completely different places.

Using wrappers, businesses can make the most of their existing technology investments, seamlessly integrating old and new systems. This helps them avoid expensive and time-consuming overhauls of their IT infrastructure. Wrappers can ensure that valuable historical data is not lost and can be used in current analytical processes, aiding companies in making better-informed decisions based on comprehensive data.