Semantic Layer Architecture

Let Looker Own Your Metric Definitions Once

Model LookML so every Explore, dashboard, and embed shares the same rules.

Source
Data Warehouse
Rudder Optimized
Semantic Model
Unified Logic & Governance
Explores
Dashboards
Embeds

What Rudder does in Looker

We transform your Looker instance into a reliable source of truth.

01

Model Refactoring

Design and refactor LookML models to reflect domain logic and warehouse structure.

  • Dry Code Principles
  • Warehouse Alignment
02

Exploration & Discovery

Publish Explores that give analysts flexibility within governed constraints.

  • Self-Service Ready
  • Guardrailed Querying
03

Certified Dashboards

Build executive and functional dashboards on certified models and views.

  • Executive Reporting
  • Performance Optimized
04

Governance & IAM

Configure access control, folder structure, and embedded use in line with IAM.

  • Row Level Security
  • Folder Permissions

Rudder Analytics Advantage

-01

Engineering Alignment

Strong alignment between data engineering practice and LookML modeling.

-02

Semantic Focus

Clear focus on Looker as a semantic and governance layer, not just visualization.

-03

Stability & Migration

Experience stabilising existing Looker deployments while minimising disruption to users.