Comext is an advanced system designed for the storage, analysis, and retrieval of statistical data. Developed through years of expertise, Comext is a powerful tool for data dissemination. It serves as both a data repository and an intermediate layer for accessing and normalising data from various sources, offering users a consistent and streamlined interface.
Key Features
- Intuitive Interface:
Comext's user-friendly interface enables users to efficiently explore historical data stored in its reference database. It can also act as an intelligent bridge to access external data sources, such as Eurotrace, or as a distribution tool for disseminating data via CD-ROMs or DVDs. - Standalone Version:
This simplified version includes:- Comext Server
- Comext Client
- Data in a special compressed format
The standalone version is the primary distribution method for foreign trade data or any other data accessible via Comext.
- Core Functionalities of the Comext Browser:
- Multidimensional and Virtual Spreadsheet: Browse datasets up to 1 GB in size.
- OLAP Engine: Perform aggregations and user-defined calculations.
- Diverse Output Formats: Export data in Text, HTML, XML, SPSS, SAS, RTF, and more.
- Multilingual Nomenclatures: Includes relationships between successors and predecessors.
- Trans-codifications: Convert nomenclature codes.
- Query Reuse: Save and reuse extractions as new datasets.
- Intuitive Query Construction: Search and filter easily.
- Fast Data Transformation: Extract and transform data into desired forms, including creating new user-defined variables.
- Microsoft® Excel Integration: Export data to Excel with a single click.
- Advanced Calculations: Perform time projections, time series analysis, and reconciliation exercises.
Global Reach
Comext is utilised worldwide for viewing, extracting, and calculating data related to the EU's foreign trade. Additionally, it can be adapted for the dissemination of custom datasets, particularly when integrated with systems like Eurotrace.
New Features in the Latest Version
The latest standalone version includes:
- Drop and Reshape Functionalities
- Support for Multi-Table Virtual Datasets
Comext continues to evolve, setting the standard for powerful, intuitive, and flexible data management solutions.