Configurable Network Computing (CNC) is a key component of JD Edwards Enterprise One, and it plays a vital role in the successful deployment and maintenance of the software. However, for non-technical users, understanding CNC can be a challenge. In this blog post, we will provide a guide to CNC for the non-technical JD Edwards user, covering important topics such as the architecture of JD Edwards Enterprise One, basic CNC terminology and set-ups, software updates via package builds, deployment servers, different servers and their function, and the importance of a server manager.

Oracle’s JD Edwards CNC is an application architecture that enables interactive and batch applications, composed of a single code base, to run across a network of multiple server platforms and databases. The applications consist of reusable business functions and associated data that can be configured across the network dynamically. The overall objective for businesses to provide a future-proof environment that enables them to change organizational structures, business processes and technologies independently of each other.

The first step in understanding CNC is to have a basic understanding of the architecture of JD Edwards Enterprise One. This software is designed to run on a network of servers, which are connected to each other and to client devices, such as desktops and laptops. The servers are responsible for processing transactions, storing data, and providing access to the software.

Next, it’s important to understand basic CNC terminology and set-ups. Enterprise One implementation is built around specific roles that are involved in the design, installation, and configuration of an ERP solution. These roles are generally divided into four implementation teams:

• Technology – installation and upgrades, system administration, security, change management
• Development – data conversions, interfaces, custom modifications
• Functional – business process, application configuration, integration and testing, end-user training
• Systems Integration – data center design, hardware support, network infrastructure, third-party software

Set-ups are used to configure and manage the software, and most of the technical set-up is pre-configured to meet customer needs, including things like defining environment variables, setting up security, and configuring the system for use by specific users. It is important for non-technical users to understand these basic concepts in order to effectively use and manage JD Edwards Enterprise One.

Software updates are an important part of any software solution, and JD Edwards Enterprise One is no exception. The software is updated via package builds, which are collections of code and configuration changes that are used to update the software. Understanding how package builds work and how they are used to update JD Edwards Enterprise One is an important part of understanding CNC.

One of the key components of CNC is the deployment server. This server is responsible for deploying and managing software packages, including package builds. It is important for non-technical users to understand what a deployment server is and how it relates to other servers in the network. This knowledge can help non-technical users to better understand how software updates are performed and how they impact the system.

There are different types of servers in a JD Edwards Enterprise One network, each with its own function. For example, there are application servers, which process transactions, and database servers, which store data. Understanding the different servers and their functions is an important part of understanding CNC, as it can help non-technical users to better understand how the software operates and how it is maintained.

Finally, it’s important to understand what a server manager is and why it’s important. A server manager is responsible for managing the servers in a JD Edwards Enterprise One network. This includes tasks like installing and configuring software, monitoring the servers, and ensuring that they are running smoothly. Understanding the role of the server manager and why it’s important can help non-technical users to better understand how CNC operates and how it affects the system as a whole.

In conclusion, understanding Configurable Network Computing (CNC) is an important part of using JD Edwards Enterprise One, even for non-technical users. By understanding key concepts such as the architecture of JD Edwards Enterprise One, basic CNC terminology and set-ups, software updates via package builds, deployment servers, different servers and their functions, and the importance of a server manager, non-technical users can better understand how CNC fits into the larger picture of JD Edwards Enterprise One and how it affects the software and its users.