Smart Process Management
Easily add additional fields in Exact Globe+
In Exact Globe+ Manage your processes, from financial accounting to order processing and project management. It’s all about reliable and flexible data, but what if you need just that little bit extra? With Alistar’s Extender+, you can expand Exact Globe+ Packed with smart features, without having to resort to custom development.
What is the Extender+ Module?
The Extender+ Module is a powerful extension to Exact Globe+ which allows you to easily add additional fields to virtually all entities within the system. These include items, projects, customers, and sales orders. These fields are fully configurable and immediately available in the user interface of Exact Globe+.
The Benefits of the Extender+ Module
- No customization required.
- Fully integrated with Exact Globe+.
- Flexible and scalable.
- Quick to implement.
- User-friendly for both administrators and end users—content for this column.
Who are our customers?
We work for the following clients, among others. Here is a selection of organizations that rely on our expertise.
How does the Extender+ Module work?
With the Extender+ Module, you can easily add additional fields to existing entities in Exact Globe+, such as customers, items, projects, and sales orders. From the Extender+ Module, select the entity you want to expand and create your own form or button to record the additional data.
For each field, you can specify the input type, such as a date field, drop-down list, text field, or checkbox. You can also make fields required, use default values, or assist users with drop-down menus and search boxes. For complex forms, fields can also be logically grouped using tabs, sections, and columns.
After saving, the new fields are immediately available in Exact Globe+, without any changes to the standard software. This allows you to flexibly configure the software to suit your processes and information needs.
What can you do with the Extender+ Module in Exact Globe+?
Add Additional Fields
Add additional fields to master data and data entry screens.
Creating Structure
Organizing with tabs, sections, and columns.
Validation and Selection
Set validations and selection values (statically or via SQL).
Advanced Search
Search functionality and browser links to related master data.
Printing on existing templates, such as invoices or orders.
Available API
Available in Exact Globe+'s SDK and Entity Services.
Curious to find out what this solution can do for your organization?
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The Differences Between the Extender+ Module and Exact Extender
| Alistar Extender+ | Exact Extender | |
|---|---|---|
| Expansion of Existing Entities | All | Limited |
| Available field types | All | Limited |
| Expansion Without Downtime: Exact Globe+ | ✓ | × |
| Expansion without software modifications | ✓ | × |
| Usage: Tabs | ✓ | × |
| Usage: Columns | ✓ | × |
| Usage: Sections (field grouping) | ✓ | × |
| Usage: selection values (drop-down list) | ✓ | × |
| Functional enhancements via a low-code platform | ✓ | × |
| Extension: Web Service Layer (Entity Services) | ✓ | × |
| Capable of labeling buttons and forms | ✓ | × |
| Multiple buttons/forms on the same entity | ✓ | × |
| Import/Export of Field Definitions | ✓ | × |
Product Demo: Extender+
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How can the Extender+ Module benefit your organization?
Many organizations store important information outside of Exact Globe+, such as in Excel files, separate documents, or other systems. This makes processes more prone to errors and leads to information becoming fragmented.
With Extender+, you can capture all relevant data within a single centralized environment. Employees have access to complete and up-to-date information, which makes processes more efficient and less reliant on manual checks. The quality of the captured data also improves thanks to smart input fields, validations, and drop-down lists.
In addition, the solution can easily adapt to changing processes or new information needs. This ensures that Exact Globe+ continues to align with your organization’s way of working, without the need for costly customization. The result is greater control over data, more efficient processes, and better utilization of the ERP system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you curious about how this solution can enhance your Exact environment? Check out the answers below to frequently asked questions about the integration, features, and capabilities within Exact.
Do I need programming knowledge to add fields using the Extender+ Module?
No. Additional fields are configured through the Extender+ Module. This allows an application administrator to set up fields and forms without having to modify the software.
To which parts of Exact Globe+ can I add additional fields?
You can add additional fields to virtually all entities in Exact Globe+, such as items, customers, projects, and sales orders.
Can I add multiple forms or buttons to the same entity?
Yes. The Extender+ Module supports multiple buttons and forms on the same entity, allowing you to group data logically.
Does the Extender+ Module support different field types?
Yes. You can use different types of fields, such as date fields, drop-down lists, yes/no fields, and text fields. The input type is automatically adjusted to match the selected data type.
Can I set required fields in the Extender+ Module?
Yes. When configuring fields, you can set additional properties, such as requiring an entry or automatically saving data in uppercase.
Can I help users by using drop-down lists instead of free-form input?
Yes. The Extender+ Module supports selection options made available through drop-down menus or search boxes, which improves the quality of the input.
Can I print data from the Extender+ Module onto existing documents, such as invoices or orders?
Yes. Data from the additional fields can be printed on existing layouts, such as invoices and orders.
Does the Extender+ Module replace Exact Globe+?
No. The Extender+ Module is not a replacement for Exact Globe+, but an extension that allows you to add additional data and functionality to your existing environment.
Is customization required to use Extender+?
No. One of the main advantages of Extender+ is that you can implement many extensions without having to develop custom solutions.
Can the Extender+ Module be used with Portal Builder?
Yes. The Extender+ Module can be combined with Portal Builder to create more complex forms, field dependencies, validations, process control, and the display of data in searchable lists.
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