This article explains how to schedule MDM Batch jobs to run hourly, daily, weekly or monthly. There is also the option to select ‘Now’ which is particularly helpful during testing phases. Further information about Batch Jobs can be found in the Installation Guide. Note: It is recommended the Jobs are not scheduled until full testing has been completed as the jobs will process all records held with the Target Object selected.
The Batch Job Management function is accessed via a tab within clearMDM. A Job is an instance of a MDM operation for a specified Target Object, i.e. Matching for Account. The objects that are listed for selection for an operation are limited to those that are configured and active for that operation.
Batch Jobs
As previously stated, Batch Jobs can be scheduled to run at a specific time. To enable efficient automation of MDM processing it is possible to chain jobs together in a seamless manner. Job chaining is specified via Target Object settings.
Batch Job Chaining
MDM operations have a logical sequence of application; normalisation precedes matching and matching precedes merge for example.
To setup Batch Chaining, follow these steps:
- Navigate to the MDM Settings.
- Click on the Target Object Tab.
- Edit the Target Object in question.
Within each of the following sub tabs, there is the option to select ‘Is Invoked by…’. Each one needs selecting to run a full end to end Batch Job Chaining.
- Synchronisation Settings
- Matching Settings
- Merge Settings
- Conversion Settings
- Reparenting Settings
Schedule Batch Jobs
To schedule a Batch Job, follow these steps:
- Navigate to the Jobs tab within clearMDM.
- Select the Job to be scheduled (if chaining has been setup, start with Normalisation).
- Select the Target Object .
- Select the required Schedule.
- Select the Schedule Now button.
To watch the progress of the Job, navigate to the Batch Job Runs tab. When Complete, the Status will change accordingly. You can then select the Batch Job Run Number to view a summary of the Job.
For assistance with Scheduling Batch Jobs please do not hesitate to contact us at hello@clearMDM.com
Article last reviewed: 2025-03-18