Xporter Benefits |
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Automated Managed Data Collection
The Xporter definition editor creates a digitally signed file which is installed in each school to define what data is collected, when it is collected and where it is sent. Xporter monitors these files to protect them from being tampered with, which if detected, disables the system.
Built-in Scheduler
The scheduler runs automatically in the System tray (as a Windows service) and collects data as specified by the definition file.
Extracts can be scheduled:
| * Multiple times a day | * Daily |
| * Weekly | * Monthly |
| * Termly | * Annually |
| * On-demand |
Data Queries
Data can be selected from most major UK MIS systems (including all versions of) Capita SIMS.Net, Pearson Phoenix Gold & e1, Serco Facility, RM’s Integris Classic and G2, & SEEMIS, Click & Go using centrally-defined SQL statements.
Note: limited data availability from G2 & E1 (see the features page for an upgrade update).
Data reports
Data fields defined in the definition file are output to a result file in CSV or XML format (including CTF Files). There can be any number of reports per installation.
Data Transmission
Each data report (including School name, LA code and DCSF number) can be copied to a pre-defined location (e.g. corporate network) or sent via MAPI or SMTP to the pre-defined e-mail address taken from the definition file. Each report can have a different delivery location or e-mail address. Groupcall Xporter is compatible with AVCO Anycomms secure delivery environment and can trigger an Anycomms data transfer automatically. If required, data reports can be encrypted using Public/Private key 128bit encryption (RSA) which is specified by the LA and stored within the definition file.
Transparency
The application uses unobtrusive “MSN style” popup menus to inform the user that the Xporter is collecting data. School users can continue using their computers whilst the Xporter is operating, no user input or action is required.
Installation
Installation is usually organised through the Local Authority. Groupcall will provide simplistic installation guides for each extract. These can be issued to any number of schools, where a typical installation will take less than 15 minutes.
Once installation has been completed, no further involvement is required at school level.
Alternatively, Groupcall can offer a remote installation service on the authority or partners behalf.
