a method is described for providing performance metrics stored in an array of at least three - dimensions . the method includes receiving at least one metric criteria associated with a performance metric . the method also includes determining a list of array elements . the list represents a portion of the array including the at least one metric criteria . the method further includes sorting the list of array elements according to predetermined ordering criteria to identify a best match of the at least one metric criteria . a system and article of manufacture are also described for providing performance metrics stored in an array of at least three dimensions .