Batch Process

The Batch process is a time-saving tool that allows you to search several Haystack databases for related data. For example, if you have a large list of parts for which you need to search related NIINs, parts, or procurement history, you can use the batch process to request a report that returns particular data for multiple parts. It is also helpful if you frequently need to check the same list of parts, or NSNs. You can retrieve the data to analyze and/or create statistical reports for your day-to-day functions.

Expert Batch - The Expert Batch reporting tool provides superior reporting for report requests with more than 50 items and gives you the following advantages:

• You can view all headers and data on a single spreadsheet without using tabs to view different data on different worksheets.
• You have the additional option of creating a PDF report as your output.
• You can select the database you want the data pulled from.
• You can create a standard report request and save it on the Haystack server for reuse, which allows you to ask for repeated information in a specified format at future dates.
• When you select the data you want included in your report, you work from a more organized and readable screen for setting up your report that allows you to put sections and fields you are including in a preferred header order.

Note: Batch jobs are deleted after the maximum number of jobs has been reached (approximately 20). At this time, the user cannot manually delete a batch job.

The process includes:

• Batch Upload - Use the Batch Upload feature to input a text file consisting of part numbers, part numbers and CAGE codes, NSN/NIINs, or just CAGE codes. Batch Upload functionality is similar to Batch Input but it requires that you predefine settings and, for example, set the file up as delimited, delineate line numbering, and the number of records to process, etc.
• Batch Input - Use the Batch Input screen to input search criteria. Batch Input functionality is similar to Batch Upload but it does not allow you to upload an existing file. It does, however, allow you to input settings manually without predefining settings.
• Batch Status - Use the Batch Status feature to view status details of your batch job.