Using the Sun Business Process Manager Worklist Manager for User Activities

User Activity Overview

User activities are unique Business Process activities in that they require human input at specific points in the Business Process. They are the primary component for incorporating human workflows into Business Processes. Human workflows make it possible to deploy complex Business Processes that include human interaction with and management of distributed information systems. Task assignment allows you to set up and view tasks depending on your organizational role. With certain management level rights, you can assign a person to receive a task if an activity fails.

User activities are used in conjunction with an eVision page flow and the Worklist Manager (WLM). The page flow provides a point of access to the Business Process through a web page where a user can enter the requested data. The Worklist Manager is used to assign and tasks and monitor task assignments and status.

With eVision and eInsight BPM, you can develop human workflows that incorporate a customized user interface for each task.