Global Variable

Description

A Global variable is a special kind of environment entry. They are used for values, which other environment entries depend on. For example an email address can be stored in these variables, which, when executing the scenario, are loaded into different channels.

Purpose of object

Global Variable can be used in Process models. They can be loaded via function call getGlobalVariable() and getGlobalVariableValue(). These functions are usually used in the configuration of Activities or properties of the process model. Required or self defined parameters can be set to the value of the global variable.

Configuration

1. Create an Environment entry of type global variable.
2. Select the type of the variable.
3. Fill in the value of the variable.
4. A test of Global Variable is not possible, so click Finish.