Logging into Cognos

Summary

How to log into Cognos to run reports

Body

Issue/Question

  • How do I log in?
  • Accessing Cognos

Environment

  • Cognos Reporting

Resolution

Note: Cognos will ONLY use your USD login and password as of 10/1/2020

Note: Only log into Cognos using a USD computer

Note: If you are already logged in to a site requiring USD credentials, you MAY not be asked to log in

  1. Log into Cognos 11
    1. If you are not already authenticated, a South Dakota Public Universities prompt is shown; type your University email address
  2. Click Next 
  3. Type your USD username and password
  4. Click Sign In 
    1. Sign into Duo (if prompted)
  5. The Cognos Welcome screen is displayed

Please contact the Service Desk if you need further assistance

Details

Details

Article ID: 623
Created
Wed 9/12/18 9:51 AM
Modified
Tue 3/30/21 4:52 PM
KCS Article Status
WIP: Only Problem & some Environment captured
Not Validated: Complete & Resolution captured, confidence lacks in structure, content, no feedback
Validated: Complete & reusable, used by licensed KCS user, confidence in resolution & std. compliance
Validated

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