Process data

Processes typically require data to function. For example, data can be introduced to the process as input when the process is initiated or at other activities in the process, and can be used during the process as required. Data can also be provided as output and returned to the process initiator when the process is complete. Processes store data in variables that can be referenced and used for making decisions, or acted on by services operations.

Variables can be used in two ways:

Process variables are used to store and access data at run time. The data stored is expected to be different for each process instance, and can be changed at run time. (See Process variables.)
Configuration parameters are used to set default data values that apply to all process instances. The data cannot be changed at run time, but can be configured using LiveCycle Administration Console or Workbench ES. (See Configuration parameters.)

Process data

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