Dynamic Report Generation via Server-Side Intermediary
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current business applications require users to manually run repetitive queries and install additional software to generate reports, which are not dynamic and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that provide links to reports, allowing forms to be saved and dynamically updated based on predetermined criteria, minimizing manual intervention and eliminating the need for additional software installations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If users manually run repetitive queries to generate reports, then reports can be generated, but manual intervention is required every time and time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically executing queries and generating reports at scheduled intervals or when data changes occur, eliminating the need for users to manually run queries each time. The report generation process is initiated in advance based on predetermined criteria, so reports are ready when needed without requiring user intervention.
2Ease of operation
If additional applications are installed on user devices to facilitate report generation, then report functionality is enabled, but device complexity increases and installation requirements arise
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces an intermediary component that acts as a bridge between the database system and the user's web browser. This intermediary handles report generation, data retrieval, and formatting on the server side, then delivers the results through standard web protocols. Users can generate reports using only a web browser without installing additional applications, as the intermediary manages all complex operations remotely.
3Reliability
If reports are generated statically without dynamic updates, then generation process is simple, but reports become outdated and require manual regeneration
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor data changes in the database and automatically trigger report regeneration when relevant data is updated. The system receives feedback about data modifications and uses this information to determine when reports need to be refreshed, ensuring reports remain current without manual intervention. This creates a closed-loop system where data changes automatically feed into report updates.
4Productivity
If users navigate to specific pages to run queries, then report generation is possible, but operation complexity increases and user effort is required
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service report generation by allowing users to subscribe to or request reports through simple interfaces, then automatically receiving generated reports without needing to navigate through complex query interfaces. The system handles data retrieval, query execution, and report formatting autonomously based on user specifications, eliminating the need for users to manually navigate to specific pages or construct queries.
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AI summary
A method, system and computer program product for generating reports in various applications is provided. The method includes receiving one or more queries and generating one or more reports corresponding to the one or more queries. Thereafter, one or more links corresponding to the one or more reports are provided. One or more forms corresponding to the one or more links are then generated and saved. The saved one or more forms are then dynamically updated based on predetermined criteria.