Alustriel Internet Communications

What does this database do?

This database provides a place from which organizations can manage their electronic approvals. Using the ApprovalLogic subform, a different form can be designed for each type of approval while all approval forms use the same approval logic. Consequently, when an organization changes its approval policies, only the ApprovalLogic subform will need to be changed, allowing for fast response to changing business needs.

Who will use this database?

Designers will derive several benefits from using this database:
They will not need to rewrite approval logic for each approval form because it is already provided in a subform
The approval logic provided on the subform is extremely flexible. Because all approval situations are not identical, the designer will fill out an application profile for each approval form, which tells the ApprovalLogic subform how this particular approval should be processed
When organizational approval policy changes, the designer does not need to change every form. Instead they can either edit the application profile documents or if necessary, they can modify the ApprovalLogic subform.
People who submit or approve electronic forms will benefit from the use of consistant methods.

When to use this database?

Use this database whenever you need electronic approval forms.