Crystal Reports is a software application made by Seagate Software that is called a Report Generator. It looks at a database and can pull out all kinds of data and print it the way you want. Crystal Reports is a third-party reporting software that works with PeopleSoft (as well as other systems) and is used to format, group, summarize and arrange data into the desired report format and results; used in both standard and ad hoc reporting.

Special training appropriately called Crystal Reports Training is required to master Crystal Reports. Crystal Reports Training may be a mixture of lecture, labs and hands-on exercises designed to facilitate competence and fluency in Crystal Reports. If you are interested in a Crystal Reports Training program for yourself or your employees, look for a reputable program with a proven track record.