SmarterWX Automate supports sending of specific attachments based on the location of an enquirer’s dig site. This option can be used to attach relevant information as part of the Before You Dig response, e.g. network diagrams.
Location based attachments
Your map data can be configured to use location based attachments. A grid or polygon layer in your map is used to associate files with locations. If a dig request is received that intersects a location, any associated files will be attached as part of the response email sent to the enquirer.
Preparing your map for location based attachments
To set up location based attachments follow these steps:
- Create a grid or polygon layer to define your locations
- Assign a filename (e.g. F2.pdf) to each area using attribute ‘Filename’
- Note – If you want to attach more than one file in area F2, you would duplicate area F2 and assign another file
- The layer name should be called “Attachment”
Preparing your document attachments
Location based attachments can be uploaded to the Library (under Documents). If the feature is active, the system will retrieve documents based on the ‘Filename’ attribute assigned in the “Attachment” layer. Please ensure your document filenames match the specified attributes.
External document attachments
SmarterWX Automate also supports retrieving document attachments from an external data source. If you would like to use this option, please contact our Support team to express your interest. They can assist with the setup of this feature and help to prepare your map data as well.