What is the full form of SAS?

SAS stands for "Statistical Analysis System".

What is SAS (Statistical Analysis System)?

This software comprises a set of software that is developed in such a way that it helps the management of advanced analytics, multivariate analysis, business intelligence, a criminal investigation, and predictive analytics.

The software was originally developed during the period of 1976 by the North Carolina State University and during that time it was publicly announced. This system was further developed during the period of 1980s and 1990s with the advancement of technology and according to the demand increase, it was further developed to hamper the current situation.

The SAS software collects the data from a variety of sources and then it is able to alter, manage and retrieve the stored data. The prototype it works on is by the use of SAS language and it works through the point-click user interface. Before reaching the final step, it goes through a number of other steps involving the analysis of the data by PROC, and then it is manipulated accordingly. Each of the steps consists of a number of statements. Then later on the amalgamated data is presented in the form of a survey.