How to Manage Downtimes in Scytec DataXchange

How to Manage Downtimes in Scytec DataXchange

Overview

Downtimes are a critical function of DataXchange. Users are allowed to add, modify, edit, and remove downtimes as they see fit. This article will explain the process. 

Requirements

  1. DataXchange Desktop Application
  2. Permissions to Access Manage Tab and Equipment Status Menu

Modify Downtime

  1. Open and log into DataXchange desktop application
  2. Go to Manage > Equipment Status and choose Planned Downtime Statuses or Unplanned Downtime Statuses

  3. Select a downtime, then click Modify
  4. Change the Description (name) and/or Color as needed
    5. WarningDo not change Specific Identifier as this can negatively affect expressions
  5. Toggle Notes Required as needed

  6. Click Enter when done

Add Downtime

  1. Open and log into DataXchange desktop application
  2. Go to Manage > Equipment Status and choose Planned Downtime Statuses or Unplanned Downtime Statuses

  3. Click Add
  4. Specific Identifier will autofill, leave this alone
  5. Give it a Description (name) and select a Color
  6. Toggle Notes Required as needed

  7. Click Enter when done

Remove Downtime

  1. Open and log into DataXchange desktop application
  2. Go to Manage > Equipment Status and choose Planned Downtime Statuses or Unplanned Downtime Statuses

  3. Select a downtime, then click Remove
  4. Click Yes to confirm