Re: middleware architecture for data collection

I suppose a great solution in Europe doesn't help you ?  If this is the
case, please contact me again.


Kris De Vlieger

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Subject: middleware architecture for data collection


> I am attempting to use integrator to assimilate a custom ERP system with
Mapics.  Here is what I am pondering currently:
>
> I want to use an integrator object to define custom parameters for MO
operation shop activity.  This would be the primary data entered by
production techs and I want it to be available even when the system is down
for maintenance.
>
> Here are some questions about a possible approach:
>
> It seems clear that some sort of middleware would be required to cache
transactions.  In a recent visit Phil Joseph mentioned that integrator does,
or may soon support postgresql on linux.  Is it feasible to build integrator
objects on postgresql that are available when the iseries isn't?  How would
authentication work in that environment?
>
> What is the best approach to push shop activity to PM&C?  Our current data
collection user profiles use a program called amjpca.  Is this what we would
continue use?  How could I maximize the amount of data validation and
editing that Mapics does (versus custom logic) while accomplishing this
goal?
>
> I know this is a big question.  Please don't feel you need to swallow the
whole elephant.  If you have any relevant information for me please respond
even if it is not an answer to all of my questions.
>
> Thanks in advance for any and all help.
>
> Josh Diggs
> California Fine Wire
>
>
>
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