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The Business Objects Online Test evaluates a candidate's knowledge and skills in using Business Objects for data modeling, integration, report development, universe design, data visualization, data analysis, query building, report scheduling, security, permissions, and performance optimization.

Covered skills:

  • Crystal Reports
  • Data modeling
  • Report development
  • Report scheduling
  • Performance optimization
  • Business Objects
  • Data integration
  • Query building
  • Security and permissions

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9 reasons why
9 reasons why

Adaface Business Objects Test is the most accurate way to shortlist Business Intelligence Developers



Reason #1

Tests for on-the-job skills

The Business Objects Online Test helps recruiters and hiring managers identify qualified candidates from a pool of resumes, and helps in taking objective hiring decisions. It reduces the administrative overhead of interviewing too many candidates and saves time by filtering out unqualified candidates at the first step of the hiring process.

The test screens for the following skills that hiring managers look for in candidates:

  • Ability to design and develop Crystal Reports
  • Understanding of Business Objects architecture
  • Expertise in data modeling and data integration with Business Objects
  • Proficiency in report development using Business Objects tools
  • Ability to build queries and extract data from various sources
  • Knowledge of report scheduling and automation
  • Understanding of security and permissions in Business Objects
  • Experience in performance optimization of reports
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in Business Objects
  • Strong analytical skills for data analysis and visualization
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities in a Business Objects environment
  • Familiarity with Business Objects best practices and standards
  • Knowledge of SQL and database concepts
  • Understanding of data warehouses and ETL processes
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in report development
Reason #2

No trick questions

no trick questions

Traditional assessment tools use trick questions and puzzles for the screening, which creates a lot of frustration among candidates about having to go through irrelevant screening assessments.

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The main reason we started Adaface is that traditional pre-employment assessment platforms are not a fair way for companies to evaluate candidates. At Adaface, our mission is to help companies find great candidates by assessing on-the-job skills required for a role.

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Reason #3

Non-googleable questions

We have a very high focus on the quality of questions that test for on-the-job skills. Every question is non-googleable and we have a very high bar for the level of subject matter experts we onboard to create these questions. We have crawlers to check if any of the questions are leaked online. If/ when a question gets leaked, we get an alert. We change the question for you & let you know.

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Reason #4

1200+ customers in 75 countries

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With Adaface, we were able to optimise our initial screening process by upwards of 75%, freeing up precious time for both hiring managers and our talent acquisition team alike!


Brandon Lee, Head of People, Love, Bonito

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Reason #5

Designed for elimination, not selection

The most important thing while implementing the pre-employment Business Objects Test in your hiring process is that it is an elimination tool, not a selection tool. In other words: you want to use the test to eliminate the candidates who do poorly on the test, not to select the candidates who come out at the top. While they are super valuable, pre-employment tests do not paint the entire picture of a candidate’s abilities, knowledge, and motivations. Multiple easy questions are more predictive of a candidate's ability than fewer hard questions. Harder questions are often "trick" based questions, which do not provide any meaningful signal about the candidate's skillset.

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Reason #6

1 click candidate invites

Email invites: You can send candidates an email invite to the Business Objects Test from your dashboard by entering their email address.

Public link: You can create a public link for each test that you can share with candidates.

API or integrations: You can invite candidates directly from your ATS by using our pre-built integrations with popular ATS systems or building a custom integration with your in-house ATS.

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Reason #7

Detailed scorecards & benchmarks

Reason #7

Detailed scorecards & benchmarks

Along with scorecards that report the performance of the candidate in detail, you also receive a comparative analysis against the company average and industry standards.

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Reason #8

High completion rate

Adaface tests are conversational, low-stress, and take just 25-40 mins to complete.

This is why Adaface has the highest test-completion rate (86%), which is more than 2x better than traditional assessments.

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Reason #9

Advanced Proctoring


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About the Business Objects Assessment Test

Why you should use Pre-employment Business Objects Online Test?

The Business Objects Test makes use of scenario-based questions to test for on-the-job skills as opposed to theoretical knowledge, ensuring that candidates who do well on this screening test have the relavant skills. The questions are designed to covered following on-the-job aspects:

  • Designing and developing Crystal Reports for data visualization and reporting purposes
  • Implementing and maintaining Business Objects infrastructure for efficient data management
  • Creating and managing data models to organize and optimize data structures
  • Integrating Business Objects with external systems and databases
  • Developing and maintaining reports using the Business Objects reporting tools
  • Building complex queries to extract data from databases
  • Scheduling and automating the generation and delivery of reports
  • Securing and managing user permissions and access controls
  • Optimizing report performance for faster data retrieval and rendering
  • Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Crystal Reports and Business Objects

Once the test is sent to a candidate, the candidate receives a link in email to take the test. For each candidate, you will receive a detailed report with skills breakdown and benchmarks to shortlist the top candidates from your pool.

What topics are covered in the Business Objects Online Test?

  • Crystal Reports

    Crystal Reports is a business intelligence application used to design and generate reports from a variety of data sources. It allows users to create pixel-perfect reports with flexible formatting and embedding capabilities. This skill is measured in the test to assess the candidate's ability to effectively design and present data-driven reports for efficient decision-making.

  • Business Objects

    Business Objects is a suite of business intelligence tools used for data analysis, reporting, and dashboarding. It provides functionalities for data integration, query building, and report development. Measuring this skill in the test helps evaluate the candidate's proficiency in leveraging Business Objects to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.

  • Data Modeling

    Data modeling involves the process of creating a conceptual representation of data to support business requirements. It helps organize and structure data for efficient storage, retrieval, and analysis. Assessing this skill in the test enables recruiters to gauge the candidate's ability to design scalable and efficient data models that align with business objectives.

  • Data Integration

    Data integration refers to the process of combining data from various sources into a unified view. It involves extracting, transforming, and loading data to provide a comprehensive and accurate representation. Evaluating this skill in the test allows recruiters to assess the candidate's proficiency in integrating disparate data sources for cohesive reporting and analysis.

  • Report Development

    Report development involves the creation of informative and visually appealing reports that present data in a clear and concise manner. It includes tasks such as data retrieval, visualization, formatting, and storytelling. Measuring this skill in the test helps determine the candidate's ability to effectively communicate insights through well-designed reports.

  • Query Building

    Query building involves constructing SQL or other query languages to extract specific data from databases. It requires a deep understanding of the data structure and the ability to write efficient queries. Assessing this skill in the test allows recruiters to evaluate the candidate's expertise in building complex queries that retrieve accurate and relevant information.

  • Report Scheduling

    Report scheduling involves automating the generation and distribution of reports at predefined intervals. It helps ensure timely and regular delivery of critical information to stakeholders. Measuring this skill in the test enables recruiters to assess the candidate's proficiency in configuring and managing report schedules for seamless reporting processes.

  • Security and Permissions

    Security and permissions refer to the mechanisms implemented to control access to data and system functionalities based on user roles and privileges. It involves setting up user accounts, defining access levels, and enforcing data privacy. Assessing this skill in the test helps evaluate the candidate's understanding of security best practices and their ability to implement robust access control measures.

  • Performance Optimization

    Performance optimization involves analyzing and fine-tuning the performance of reports and data queries to achieve optimal response times and resource utilization. It includes identifying and resolving bottlenecks, implementing caching strategies, and optimizing database queries. Measuring this skill in the test allows recruiters to assess the candidate's proficiency in improving the performance of reporting solutions for enhanced efficiency and user experience.

  • Full list of covered topics

    The actual topics of the questions in the final test will depend on your job description and requirements. However, here's a list of topics you can expect the questions for Business Objects Test to be based on.

    Crystal Reports
    Business Objects architecture
    Data modeling
    Data integration
    Report development
    Query building
    Report scheduling
    Security and permissions
    Performance optimization
    Troubleshooting
    Data analysis
    Data visualization
    Business Objects best practices
    SQL
    Database concepts
    Data warehouses
    ETL processes
    Collaboration
    Communication
    Attention to detail
    Accuracy
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What roles can I use the Business Objects Online Test for?

  • Business Intelligence Developer
  • Business Objects Administrator
  • BI Consultant
  • Business Objects Trainer
  • Business Objects Support Specialist

How is the Business Objects Online Test customized for senior candidates?

For intermediate/ experienced candidates, we customize the assessment questions to include advanced topics and increase the difficulty level of the questions. This might include adding questions on topics like

  • Performing data analysis and providing insights using Business Objects
  • Utilizing advanced data modeling techniques for complex data structures
  • Implementing ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for data integration
  • Creating and maintaining ad-hoc reports based on user requirements
  • Configuring report scheduling and distribution mechanisms
  • Implementing security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality
  • Optimizing query performance for faster data retrieval
  • Troubleshooting and fixing issues related to report development
  • Analyzing and improving system performance for better efficiency
  • Conducting performance tuning for enhanced report rendering
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The hiring managers felt that through the technical questions that they asked during the panel interviews, they were able to tell which candidates had better scores, and differentiated with those who did not score as well. They are highly satisfied with the quality of candidates shortlisted with the Adaface screening.


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Business Objects Hiring Test FAQs

Can I combine multiple skills into one custom assessment?

Yes, absolutely. Custom assessments are set up based on your job description, and will include questions on all must-have skills you specify. Here's a quick guide on how you can request a custom test.

Do you have any anti-cheating or proctoring features in place?

We have the following anti-cheating features in place:

  • Non-googleable questions
  • IP proctoring
  • Screen proctoring
  • Web proctoring
  • Webcam proctoring
  • Plagiarism detection
  • Secure browser
  • Copy paste protection

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How do I interpret test scores?

The primary thing to keep in mind is that an assessment is an elimination tool, not a selection tool. A skills assessment is optimized to help you eliminate candidates who are not technically qualified for the role, it is not optimized to help you find the best candidate for the role. So the ideal way to use an assessment is to decide a threshold score (typically 55%, we help you benchmark) and invite all candidates who score above the threshold for the next rounds of interview.

What experience level can I use this test for?

Each Adaface assessment is customized to your job description/ ideal candidate persona (our subject matter experts will pick the right questions for your assessment from our library of 10000+ questions). This assessment can be customized for any experience level.

Does every candidate get the same questions?

Yes, it makes it much easier for you to compare candidates. Options for MCQ questions and the order of questions are randomized. We have anti-cheating/ proctoring features in place. In our enterprise plan, we also have the option to create multiple versions of the same assessment with questions of similar difficulty levels.

I'm a candidate. Can I try a practice test?

No. Unfortunately, we do not support practice tests at the moment. However, you can use our sample questions for practice.

What is the cost of using this test?

You can check out our pricing plans.

Can I get a free trial?

Yes, you can sign up for free and preview this test.

I just moved to a paid plan. How can I request a custom assessment?

Here is a quick guide on how to request a custom assessment on Adaface.

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