The Stibo Systems new UI for STEP (also referred to as Instrument) is a powerful data management tool that helps simplify the process of handling complex data challenges. It prioritizes simplicity and transparency, enabling users to address intricate issues seamlessly. The key features of Instrument include a visually streamlined interface with a contextual toolbar that , maintains the context of your data, provides guidance through dynamic error and warning messages, and facilitates easy data organization with work area and perspective concepts. In essence, Instrument is designed to empower users to master their data efficiently and with minimal friction.
Accessing the Instrument UI
Instrument can be accessed via your system's Start Page. You can also go directly to Instrument using this URL: [your system URL]/instrument
While Instrument is generally available, it still must be enabled for your system. Additionally, these prerequisites must be met before you can activate the Instrument UI:
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Be on the most recent STEP version. Going forward, update to the latest version when available. Instrument updates will not be backported.
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Have the Elasticsearch license and Elasticsearch server configuration setup. For more information, go to the Elasticsearch Setup in the System Setup documentation.
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Have the In-Memory license and setup. For more information, refer to In-Memory Database Component for STEP in the Resource Materials documentation.
Contact Stibo Systems to determine how best to meet these requirements and get started.
Accessing STEP Instrument Documentation
The online help for Instrument is available via a separate documentation set that you can access from your system's Start Page, or go directly to the documentation using this URL: [your system URL]/help/doc/instrument/Content/Homepage.html
You can also use this direct link: STEP Instrument Documentation
Navigating STEP Instrument Documentation
From the home page, you can access the main menu and quick links to important Instrument concepts. There is also a FAQ available at the bottom of the home page.
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Getting started: This section provides an Instrument introduction around logging in and using work areas and perspectives.
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Using Instrument: This section covers the specifics of using work areas and perspectives along with the different tools available in Instrument.
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Administration: This section goes over administration-specific tasks that can be done to fully enable Instrument functionality.
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New features: This section includes a brief summary of what is new or what has changed with each Instrument release.