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of SUADPS-RT data base files and performs
most of the functions. The host computer is con-
nected to the RPS via networking.
Remote Processing System
The major function of the RPS is to allow ad-
ditional users to access the host system by using
smaller remote computers. You can add as many
as 15 different users per RPS station and conse-
quently acquire the degree of intercommunication
or networking desired.
REAL-TIME CONCEPT
Updating records at the time a transaction is
entered is commonly referred to as working in a
real-time environment. In SUADPS-RT, this
would happen when you are entering a receipt for
stock at a terminal; the quantity is posted to the
on-hand quantity in the Basic Material File
(BMF), the requisition completion date and
receipt are posted to the Basic Requisition File
(BRF), and the due quantity is removed from the
BMF. Previously, SUADPS worked as a batch
process (running mass transaction updates) system
to post transactions to the files only at user
predetermined times.
SECURITY FOR SNAP I
As safeguards against unauthorized users, the
AN/UYK-65(V) provides two types of security.
These safeguards are called system security and
application security.
System Security
System security is provided in the form of
computer passwords. Honeywell software pro-
vides the SNAP systems coordinator the capability
to require passwords in conjunction with user IDs.
This is designed to prevent unauthorized users ac-
cess to the Honeywell operating system. Such ac-
cess allows movement within volumes, directives,
files, and command language. The only ship’s per-
sonnel who are authorized these types of abilities
are automated data processing (ADP) personnel.
Application Security
Functional application systems, such as
SUADPS-RT, IMMS-RT, ADM, and others,
provide security control in the form of a LOGON
ID. Each LOGON ID is assigned by the respective
functional area supervisor and limits the range of
subsystems within which the user can work.
SUADPS-RT MANAGEMENT
SUBSYSTEMS
Before supply personnel can use the
SUADPS-RT, the ADP division must bring the
system on line by executing the SNAP I
distributed application generation (GEN) pro-
gram. This program gathers system files and
makes them available to the SUADPS-RT pro-
cessing programs. As a general rule, ADP will
keep the GEN up at all times except for short
periods at night to print reports and save all the
files. With the GEN up, authorized SUADPS-RT
users can log on and process all transactions
and functions to which they have been granted
access.
SUADPS-RT is divided into four application
subsystems plus an executive subsystem. The
executive subsystem provides controls, allows cen-
tralization of common functions, and serves as
the primary interface with the user. Figure 10-3
illustrates the basic functions available under each
of the SUADPS-RT subsystems. Complete infor-
mation concerning the functions, screens, and
detailed procedures for each of the SUADPS-RT
subsystems described in the following paragraphs
can be found in the SUADPS-RT Support Pro-
cedures Manual, volumes I, II, and III. This
manual is found on board ships with a SNAP I
system and at SIMAs.
Logistics Management Subsystem
This subsystem contains programs to order
DTO material, receive and issue stock, query
system files, track DLR carcasses, and maintain
control and validation files. Management func-
tions include suspense processing, requisition file
monitoring and history processing, and various
logistics reports related to requisition files.
Inventory Management Subsystem
This subsystem contains programs to establish
and update material files and process inventories,
reorders, and off-loads. Management functions
include demand processing, excess cancellation
requests, SEAMART and PEB item reviews, and
packup management.
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