2.1 System Parameters
System parameters define information or values used throughout the system. They act as switches that control the manner in which a function is implemented, or whether or not the system performs a particular task. Parameters are used throughout the system to control everything from user access to what information is stored on any given form. Parameters also define configuration data, such as the location of the system files, the URLs for the report and image servers, and other administration controlled data. Some of the system parameters are setup when the system is installed, but the values associated with the parameters need to be reviewed and maintained.
There are three types of parameters in the system, grouped by what part of the system they affect:
Table 2-1 Types of Parameters
| Parameter Type | Parameter Range |
|---|---|
| System parameters | These parameters apply to the entire system. Examples: batch processes, archiving, aging. |
| Organization parameters |
These parameters apply to the organization, division, and user responsibility. Examples: User login control, password expiration. |
| Company parameters |
These parameters apply to the company and branch. Examples: decision fax control, scoring model. |
Hence, the System Parameters screen contains the following three tabs: