Nodes

There are several different types of nodes: Start nodes, End nodes, Alert nodes, Action nodes, and Process nodes.

When a workflow is first created, a Start node and End node are added by default to the System swim lane. The Start node defines the beginning of the workflow, and the End node defines where the workflow process stops.

Alert node

Use this node to send customizable notifications to users either by email or through web messages delivered to the web client. You can use this type of node to notify specific users or groups of users when a workflow requires their input or action in order to proceed.

Action node

This node defines the path the workflow will take based on an action taken by a user. Each Action node contains action paths associated with a Presenter report and different routes in the workflow. For example, if a user has the choice to either approve or cancel a report, the action node will define a different workflow path that will be followed based on which option the user chooses.

Process node

This node runs a saved Scheduler process. The scheduled process will only run when the Scheduler is refreshed. By default, Scheduler refreshes every hour. This can be edited by changing the refresh seconds value in the Scheduler module. The process will only be run with the Cognos Incentive Compensation Management Windows service and not the console service; the Scheduler user must not be logged into the client at the same time.

After the nodes required for the workflow have been created in the appropriate swim lanes, they can then be connected to create the workflow process.