Distribution Channels
The Voucher Server supports distribution of Vouchers in different formats when generating a Voucher Batch via the concept of a Distribution Channel.
Distribution Channels define the type of output when configured against a Voucher Batch.
The current supported output types are:
- Browser Download
- Local Filesystem
The current supported output formats are:
- JSON
- Text (utilizing provided Format)
To access the Distribution Channel search page, select the Distribution Channels menu link.
All configured Distribution Channels will be shown with standard features for searching and sorting available via the table controls.
Double clicking a row or clicking the edit icon will display the Distribution Channel details page.
In the example screenshot the configured Distribution Channel Local Filesystem (JSON) is configured as an active distribution channel, with its Voucher generation output as JSON formatted, output to the /test_batch_files/ directory on the processing server.
| Configuration Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Distribution Channel Name | Identifiable name used by the Voucher Server GUI to identify Distribution Channels. |
| Description | Free form description field used by the Voucher Server GUI to identify Distribution Channel configuration. |
| Active | Whether or not the Distribution Channel is active and can be utilized during Voucher generation. |
| Distribution Method | How generated Vouchers should be distributed when distributing a generated Voucher Batch. |
| Output Directory | [Only for Disk Distribution] Output path on the processing server to output generated Vouchers to. |
| Distribution Formatter | How generated Vouchers should be stored when output to the selected Distribution Method. |
| Distribution Format Template | [Only for Text Formatter] The template to utilize when outputting Vouchers using the text Distribution Formatter. |