The Oracle HCM Data Loader in the 25A release has been enhanced with the Redwood Experience, offering a modernized and intuitive interface. Here’s what stands out:
- Redwood Design: The new “Configure HCM Data Loader” page is built using the Redwood toolset and Visual Builder Studio (VBS), providing a sleek and user-friendly experience.
- Streamlined Configuration: This page allows you to enable HDL functionality, override default processing behaviors, and configure post-processes for business objects after bulk uploads.
- Enhanced Usability: The interface includes tabs for parameters, business objects, and post-processes, making it easier to manage and customize settings.
The Oracle HCM Data Loader (HDL) in the 25A release, combined with the Redwood Experience, brings an enhanced user interface and improved functionality for bulk data loading in Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud. The Redwood Experience is Oracle’s modern, user-friendly design framework aimed at streamlining processes, reducing clicks, and improving performance across HCM applications.
Key Features of HCM Data Loader 25A with Redwood Experience
- Redwood-Enhanced Pages:
The 25A release continues to expand the use of Redwood’s high-fidelity interface for HDL-related tasks. Pages such as Recent File Loads and Delete Stage Table Data (renamed Recent Stage Table Delete Processes) have been redesigned using the Redwood toolset and Visual Builder Studio (VBS).
These pages offer a cohesive, intuitive experience with fewer clicks, faster load times, and a visually appealing layout compared to the previous responsive UI.
- Improved Bulk Data Loading:
HDL remains the go-to tool for bulk-loading business object data from any source into HCM Cloud, ideal for large-scale data migrations or incremental updates.
With Redwood, the Recent File Loads page allows users to import, load, and monitor HDL data sets efficiently. It displays a comprehensive list of submitted data sets (not limited to the session user), including details like Data Set Name, Content ID, Load Success, and status metrics.
- File Import and Processing:
Users can upload files to the Oracle WebCenter Content server (under the hcm$/dataloader$/import$ account) via the Import File option. The interface lists uploaded files with details such as file name, content ID, owner, and creation date.
Options to review parameters and schedule submissions provide flexibility, allowing immediate processing with default settings or delayed execution.
- Delete Stage Table Data:
The Recent Stage Table Delete Processes page, built with Redwood, shows scheduled and recent delete processes for cleaning up staging data. This enhances data management by offering a clear, streamlined view of deletion activities.
- Mobile and Desktop Accessibility:
The Redwood HDL pages are optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring users can manage data loads on the go, though some features (like generating ADFdi spreadsheets) remain desktop-only due to plugin requirements.
- Enablement Requirement:
To access these Redwood-enhanced HDL pages, the relevant profile option (e.g., ORA_HCM_HDL_REDWOOD_ENABLED) must be enabled at the site level. By default, it’s disabled, so administrators need to activate it via the Setup and Maintenance work area under Manage Administrator Profile Values.
Benefits of the Redwood Experience in 25A
- Efficiency: Fewer clicks and faster navigation reduce the time spent on bulk data tasks.
- User Experience: The modern, consistent design aligns with other Redwood-enabled HCM features, making it easier for users to adapt.
- Performance: Built from scratch with Visual Builder Studio, these pages deliver improved responsiveness and scalability.
- Flexibility: Enhanced monitoring and file management options give users greater control over data loading processes.
- Considerations
While the Redwood Experience enhances usability, some advanced HDL features (e.g., REST API automation or specific business object configurations) may still require setup outside the Redwood UI.
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