Chapter 2 What's New in PowerDesigner 15.0

Impact Analysis Model (new module)

The new Impact Analysis Model (IAM) module expands PowerDesigner support for impact analysis (the consequences of changes to a model), and provides new support for lineage analysis (the objects that form the basis for an object).

In addition to the traditional interface, which provides a temporary view of the analysis, you can now generate and save impact analysis models, which provide a graphical view of the impact and lineage hierarchies. These models can be saved to provide a snapshot of a moment in the development process, can be compared to each other to analyse changes over time, and used as the basis to generate sophisticated reports.

In addition to the new model, the impact analysis engine has been completely rebuilt to provide support for multiple sets of analysis rules. Standard rule sets – conceptual, data, delete, and global – are provided, and you can create your own.

Where?

Core Features Guide
- Chapter: "Impact and Lineage Analysis"