Automation

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The Automation section in Concrete CMS's System and Settings is designed to streamline and manage various automated processes within your site. This section is essential for maintaining efficiency and ensuring smooth operation of scheduled tasks and automated activities.

Tasks

The 'Tasks' feature focuses on the automated tasks that your site performs regularly.

Key Functions

  • Scheduled Tasks: View and manage tasks that are scheduled to run automatically, such as clearing cache, checking for updates, or generating reports.
  • Task Management: Provides options to enable, disable, or modify the schedule of individual tasks, ensuring that they run as per your site's specific requirements.

Activity

The 'Activity' feature in the Automation section tracks the execution of automated tasks.

Monitoring and Logs

  • Execution Logs: View detailed logs of when each task was run, including status and any errors or issues encountered.
  • Performance Analysis: Helps in analyzing the performance of automated tasks, identifying any inefficiencies or errors that need attention.

Failed Messages

'Failed Messages' is crucial for identifying and addressing issues in automated processes.

Error Handling

  • Error Tracking: Lists any errors or issues encountered during the execution of automated tasks.
  • Troubleshooting: Provides insights for troubleshooting, helping to quickly resolve issues and maintain smooth operation.

Schedule

'Schedule' allows for the precise timing and frequency of automated tasks.

Scheduling Options

  • Custom Scheduling: Set specific intervals or times for tasks to run, aligning them with your site's operational needs.
  • Flexibility: Offers flexibility to adjust the schedule as required, accommodating changes in site activity or requirements.

Automation Settings

The 'Automation Settings' provide overarching control for the automation features.

Configuration and Customization

  • Global Settings: Configure global settings that apply to all automated tasks, such as default run intervals or error handling procedures.
  • Customization: Tailor the automation settings to fit the unique needs of your site, ensuring that automated processes run effectively and efficiently.