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Describing time – even in a job scheduler – is not a trivial matter. While Flux does not provide a plutonium reactor and a capacitor, Flux does provide a clean and concise way to describe time. Time expressions are simple, compact, textual representations of time- and date-based schedules. Time expressions are used in several places throughout Flux (including engine configuration …

Time expressions are simple, compact, textual representations of time- and date-based schedules. Time expressions are used in several places throughout Flux (including engine configuration options as well as trigger and action properties) to specify when and how often particular tasks will execute on the Flux scheduling engine. Time expressions make it easy to instruct workflows and events to run at …

Jobs-as-Code denotes a capability of maintaining application workflows, workloads, and jobs as software artifacts that can be managed using existing version control and deployment toolchains. Today most workload automation tools maintain their definitions and executions in proprietary tools and formats that are not amenable to standard development and deployment practice. Some examples of common workflows include file transfers and validation, …

From Scheduling Tasks to Automating Jobs Scheduling tasks in organizations is a common need. Grouping these tasks into cohesive units called ‘jobs’ and then automating these jobs allows IT staff to manage thousands of individual tasks with higher levels of quality, reliability, and productivity. Automating job scheduling reduces manual interventions and unnecessary delays while increasing the efficiency and utilization of …

When evaluating job scheduling software to handle mission-critical business processes, it doesn’t matter if you’re building, buying, or open-sourcing, it is critical that the software improves system efficiencies and is able to be managed without requiring costly intervention. Your project may require more specific capabilities, like web services integration or PGP encryption, but to ensure that your software investment can …

Must-Have’s for Trouble-Free File Transfers When you embark on a new managed file transfer project or you just want to review your existing file transfer processes, here are 5 things for you to review in order to make your system more trustworthy to everyone involved and to create smoothly running processes that require minimal human intervention. 1. Confirm Your File …

Flux 8.0.13 continues Flux’s commitment to providing strong value within a reasonably priced solution to the workflow marketplace. Flux 8.0.13 improvements simplify the development, deployment, migration, and monitoring of your enterprise’s batch processes. Its new user interface, named ‘Flux Cockpit,’ offers a lean, flat, and consistent user experience. Default settings and new layout features allow you to construct, test, and …

Workload automation is highly desirable. It saves time, reduces errors, and allows you to focus on other aspects of your business. Tapping into tools that allow for greater efficiency therefore becomes vital – and Flux has a variety of tools for you to explore. Intuitive Workflow Designer You can be more efficient with an intuitive workflow designer that will create …

Big data is not easy, and the management strategies that follow are certainly not easy. This is why it’s critical for you to focus on IT workload automation. The more you can automate, the more you can do in other aspects of your job and know that all is being taken care of. Organizing the Job Queue Big data, web …

In today’s world, there are more technological tools than ever. This makes it possible to enjoy a higher level of file orchestration and automation. WLA (workload automation) can lead to a lower amount of time spent on tasks and a lower cost of deployment. Flux was recently listed as a WLA strong value in the 2016 EMA RADAR Report. What …