Metrics3D's functionality includes a comprehensive built-in meta data dictionary. This dictionary is totally integrated with all areas of the system, including the reporting facilities and query facilities. The dictionary maintains detailed information on any component in the system including all data elements, and it provides a reference to any data integrity issue associated with a component. By right clicking on a computer mouse, business users can easily obtain any meta data information they require while using the system, thus minimizing the data knowledge required to effectively use the system.