ProductVision OLE Automation and Events (OLE) Module allows users to extend the functionality of ProductVision without customization.

User-Defined Events Logic

User-defined Events may be created which allow users to execute their program logic within ProductVision. The event logic is executed when specified by the user, such as before or after an item is saved. A user-defined event might include validating that certain fields or properties have been properly filled in before allowing an item to be saved, or updating the status of a formula or resource automatically when certain conditions have been met.

                                    Example User-Defined Post-Save Event to Check for GM Ingredients

COM® Automation Access of ProductVision Data Tables

Microsoft’s Component Object Module® (COM) is a standard technology that allows applications to expose their data for use by outside programs. Every ProductVision business logic object is “wrapped” with a ProductVision Business Logic API, built using Microsoft COM. The Business Logic Object APIs enable users to access ProductVision data, input data from external devices and systems, create a specific user interface, and generally extend ProductVision functionality. The Business Logic Object APIs truly let the user add additional functionality to ProductVision without modifying the source code and without having to re-integrate when a new release of ProductVision is published.

The features of COM Automation Access includes the ability to:

• write simplified applications which display ProductVision information in a browser. This is particularly useful if you want users to see information maintained in ProductVision without giving them full access to the application.

• Maintain data interfaces with other applications more easily than using the standard ProductVision Data Transfer utilities.

• Use any COM-enabled application tool to develop the program logic and display the data.