Offline Mode
FieldAlytics Mobile has a limited "Work Offline" function that will store Dispatch data locally on the iOS device so that an active internet connection will not be required to view dispatch maps, update status, and enter certain details manually.
From the home screen, tap "Settings" in the bottom right corner, then "Work Offline". Please Note: This action must be performed with an active data connection
Now, there will be a list of options available to download for Offline mode, selectable by the toggle next to the option. Offline mode is currently only available for Assigned Dispatches. Jobs available for dispatch while in offline mode include Fertilizer and Chemical Application, Soil Sampling, and Mapping.
Please Note: Attributes are currently unable to be saved while completing Soil Sampling and Mapping jobs. If required for the job, attributes must be added later when back Online.
Tap Go Offline.
The app will display a sync status as it stores Operations Dispatch data locally. Maintain internet connection until download is complete.
Please Note: This can take a significant amount of time, depending on connection speed and amount of data to be downloaded.
The app displays success message and will show when the download took place.
Now Perform Dispatch functions as normal.
When ready to go back online and sync the work from the offline session, tap "Settings, then "Work Online".
Please Note: A valid data connection must be utilized in order to sync and go back online.
App will display items to be synced, then displays success message when complete.
App is now utilizing active data connection. Each offline session will begin with step #1, utilizing an active data connection to store files for offline use.
Work Offline FAQ
- Why is the message "Unable to load profiles" displayed in the Profiles tab?
Profiles functionality is non-functional in offline mode.
- Why is the Work Orders module greyed out when offline?
Work Offline functionality is currently limited to Operations Dispatch functions.
- Why is Chemical Lookup greyed out when offline?
The Chemical Lookup tool requires an active data connection to gather information from CDMS database.