Additionally, backends such as OLAP servers and data stores can offer generic accessibility to a wide variety of applications. OLE DB for OLAP is a freely published specification designed with industry wide participation in the area of multidimensional data processing. OLE DB for OLAP is a developing industry standard for OLAP data access. This provides consistency and interoperability in an enterprise's network, from the mainframe to the desktop. For more information, see the OLE DB for OLAP Frequently Asked Questions page.
Specification is available here .
The released version will be fully integrated into the OLE DB Programmer's Reference. This white paper is intended to developers developing OLE DB for OLAP provider that they wish to serve data to Microsoft Excel. It is not intended to provide information of interest to Excel 2000 end users. This paper provides information to be used in conjunction with the OLE DB for OLAP specification. Find out about the variety of options available for obtaining technical support for your Microsoft products.