Stop guessing when one batch job ends and the next begins
If your operators set start times for follow-on jobs by estimating when the previous job will finish, you know the problem. A job runs long, the next one starts too early, and the overlap hits your critical processing. A job finishes early, and the system sits idle until the clock catches up. A-AUTO from BSP Inc. is a job scheduling tool built to fix this by automating job schedules and controlling how batch jobs run.
Quick facts
- Vendor: BSP Inc.
- Type: job scheduling and batch management software
- Platforms: BSP has offered a compact edition for Windows and Linux
- Languages: Japanese and English versions
- Trial: a trial version is offered on the vendor's site
Key features
Automated job schedules that remove manual timing
A-AUTO automates the schedules for running jobs and controls batch execution. You no longer need an operator to estimate when one job ends so the next can start. Removing manual steps also reduces the chance of human error.
Batch management that works across different platforms
The product is described as integrating batch management across platforms. That covers applications from information systems to mission-critical systems.
An audit trail of every operation
A-AUTO traces every operation, so you have a record of what ran and what was done. This helps when you need to review or account for batch processing.
A free compact edition for small systems
BSP has offered a free compact version for Windows and Linux. It is aimed at smaller businesses whose systems have not yet been automated. It can be applied to as many small systems as needed.
Who it's for
It suits IT teams that run scheduled batch work, where one job depends on another finishing. This is common in insurance and other mission-critical environments. A-AUTO has been used by major Japanese insurers, and it is also used in SAP-based cloud services.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Starts the next job when the previous one ends, instead of at an estimated time.
- Keeps an audit trail of operations.
- Has a long track record with large Japanese companies.
- Has a free compact edition and a trial version.
- Comes in English and Japanese.
Cons
- The full edition is aimed at larger, mission-critical environments, so it may be more than a very small setup needs.
- Direct help from BSP engineers is a separate paid support program. Otherwise you rely on a user community site.
FAQs
Is there a free version?
Yes. BSP has offered a free compact version for Windows and Linux, intended for small systems.
Does it come in English?
Yes. Both Japanese and English versions are available.
What support is available?
Users can share knowledge on a community website. A paid support program is available if you need BSP system engineers.
Can I try it first?
The vendor's site lists a trial version.