Applies to version: 2019.1.x and above; author: Kamil Nędza and Mariusz Burek Introduction WEBCON BPS 2019 introduces the concept of applications – defined as logically connected business processes that share a presentation layer. This helps to create applications for specific needs in a comprehensive manner. Introducing this new approach in organizing processes also meant that change
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction WEBCON BPS 2021 introduces the new SELECT VALUES function that allows you to retrieve data from a selected item list column. This function enables saving data from all rows of a given column in a form field indicated in the configuration. Data are saved as a collection separated by semicolons. The function ignores
(...) sibilities of the report. 1. Refresh Refreshing data visible in the report, so you can keep track of the indexing progress. 2. Copy all Copying data (in the text form) available in the report to the clipboard. 3. Export to Excel Exporting data visible in the report to an excel file (the xlsx format). 4. Reset all counters Sets attempt number count (...)
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction This article describes the “Read data from an Excel file” action that allows you to import data from an Excel file to the form. You can use this action in the following scenarios: Part of the information entered into WEBCON BPS is filled out by people who do not have access to the company’s
(...) ritten in the Code-128 standard. Fig. 2. Barcode in the Code-128 standard After following the path, the barcode content was entered into the "Barcode content" text field. Fig. 3. The form view after following the "Read a barcode" path QR codes can also be read by the action. QR (2D) codes allow you to save more informatio (...)
(...) d template in English - 2nd page. In the English template, you can notice Polish names in the columns of the item list and in the columns of the data table. The template displays the text values from the "Original text " field from the form field translation section. The combination "Alt + F9" displays that there are references to system elements under these names: (...)
(...) NAME - returns the full name of the attachment based on the attachment’s ID. CONTENT TYPE - returns internet media type (MIME type), a binary identifier for the format of internet files (e.g. text /plain, image/gif) based on the attachment’s ID. CONTENT AS BASE64 - returns the content of the file encoded in the Base64 text format. The content is returned based on the attachment's ID (...)
(...) be searched. Columns returned by the specified data source can be added and rearranged in the Source column section of the configuration table. The “Display text ” section is used for defining what labels will be used for source columns in the autocomplete menu. The source column whose “Display text ” is set as “Name” will be displ (...)
Applies to version: 8.2..x and above; author: Kamil Nędza Introduction The Google Map form field allows us to place a map on the form with point marked on it. There is a limit however, to 3 such form fields per process. The Advanced configuration of the Google Map field contains 3 variants. The point on the map can be set based on: Coordinate
(...) d data sources used in the process A new feature was added in the process configuration, allowing displaying all connections and data sources used in the process. The option is available in the context menu of the process tree from the level of WEBCON BPS Designer Studio by clicking the buttons "Used connection" and "Used data sources." Fig.7. Process context menu (...)
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Michał Bednarz Introduction The article presents how to expand the WEBCON BPS installation with new application servers to easily support the higher load and increase the availability and reliability of WEBCON BPS applications. Important: Each subsequent WEBCON BPS application server requires an appropriate license. The WEBCON BPS Search Se
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction Workflow control (Branch) allows to redirect a workflow instance along a selected path. With the help of the workflow control step, we can among other things set the logic of: • skipping steps, • assigning a task to other people, e.g. in the case of approval, • withholding instances in step
Applies to version: 2020.1.3.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction Translation Tool is the unofficial tool that allows you to translate WEBCON BPS configuration elements. Currently, it is not being developed because it is stable and functional – is compatible with the system from version 2019.1.x. Using Translation Tool you can export descriptions of all configuration elem
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction In WEBCON BPS, it is possible to limit the types of attachments that can be added to workflow instances due to their type and size. This option can be used to block the ability to add potentially dangerous attachments to the Portal such as scripts, executables, spreadsheets with macros. The restriction will be set
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Dawid Golonka Introduction When processing an instance in a given workflow, sometimes there is a need to change fields available to a user or manage privileges to the instance. You can use the “Change form type” action, which allows you to change the type of the form you are currently working on. This action is available only for t
This article explores the challenges of sizing and scaling the WEBCON BPS platform. What is WEBCON BPS? WEBCON BPS is a platform. WEBCON BPS is not a single, closed application with clearly established functionality, but it is a platform for building applications that meet business expectations of the end-users in a given business. Taking that into consideration, one may co
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Konrad Wojtycza Introduction Thanks to the Chart type form field, you can graphically present data on the form simply and legibly. When you work with a large amount of data, it will be easier to present it in a visual form – it will significantly reduce the time spent on analyzing information. The article presents the configuration
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Martyna Krzyżak WEBCON BPS applications frequently require integration with external systems. Microsoft Dynamics is one of the popular systems that requires integration with WEBCON BPS workflows. Business scenarios Below you can find some examples of areas shared by Microsoft Dynamics and WEBCON BPS. Cost invoice
Applies to version: 2021.1.x and above; author: Adrian Baszak WEBCON BPS applications frequently require integration with external systems. SAP is one of the popular systems that requires integration with WEBCON BPS workflows. Business scenarios Below you can find some examples of areas shared by Microsoft Dynamics system and WEBCON BPS. Cost invoice Frequently SAP
(...) nbsp; In the advanced configuration of a drop-down list only the “General” tab is available. The configuration of field columns entails selection of a source column and definition of a text display. One can edit all values set out in the “Display text ” column and provide translations thereof. Despite indicating several columns (Fig. 4), in the drop-down list only the &ldquo (...)