Databases for accelerator control-an operations viewpoint

The data in an accelerator control system is not only important for the control processes but also serves as the primary source of information required for the understanding of the accelerator´s behaviour. The management of this resource is therefore fundamental to accelerator performance and in recent years there have been technological developments which have made new approaches feasible. This paper reviews the impact of database and related technologies on accelerator operation and performance, their implementation and the implications of their use