ActiveBatch Workload Automation

ActiveBatch Workload Automation

ActiveBatch by Redwood
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ActiveBatch by Redwood makes setting up and launching automation easy with no custom scripting required. With a low-code Super REST API adapter, over 100 pre-built job steps and a user-friendly drag-and-drop workflow designer, you can integrate across any system, application and data source, on-prem, in the cloud or in hybrid environments. Maintain complete control and visibility and meet SLAs with monitoring of all automation from a single pane of glass and get custom alerts via emails or SMS. Managed Smart Queues dynamically scale resources for high-volume workloads, reducing process times while the self-service portal enables business users to run and monitor workflows independently. ActiveBatch meets security and compliance standards, with ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type II certifications, encrypted connections and regular third-party tests, always keeping security at the forefront. Along with ongoing product advancements, get the added benefit of 24x7 support and on-site training.

About

Emakin is a modern business process management platform that combines low-code simplicity with enterprise-grade BPM capabilities. It enables organizations to build, automate, and optimize workflows quickly without heavy reliance on IT teams. Emakin bridges the gap between complex traditional BPM tools and lightweight workflow apps. With drag-and-drop design, business users can digitize approvals, requests, and operational processes with ease. The platform supports advanced case management, SLA tracking, and audit trails for full accountability. Emakin integrates seamlessly with existing systems through APIs and webhooks. It helps businesses execute processes faster while maintaining control and scalability.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

IT Strategy, IT Operations, Infrastructure & Cloud, Workload Automation, IT Automation, Digital Transformation, IT Transformation, Data Center & Warehouse, Data Engineering, DevOps, ERP

Audience

Emakin is designed for enterprises, mid-sized organizations, and business operations teams that need a scalable low-code BPM platform to automate workflows, improve efficiency, and maintain enterprise-level control

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

ActiveBatch pricing is based on number of job runs. We don't charge extra for higher CPU or core counts. Users can run jobs across environments.

Out-of-the-box, we offer hundreds of native connectors, change management, a managed file transfer suite, and more.
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

Emakin operates on a subscription-based pricing model with two main editions:

Advanced Edition – Suitable for medium-sized organisations looking to automate core business processes
Enterprise Edition – Designed for large-scale organisations requiring advanced security, multi-tenancy, and enterprise-grade features

Pricing is based on the number of named users with unlimited processes and transactions included in all plans. There are no additional charges for process volume or transaction limits.
Key pricing features:

No per-transaction or per-process fees
Flexible deployment options (cloud-hosted or on-premises)
Two-tier edition structure (Advanced/Enterprise)
Contact sales for custom pricing based on user count and feature requirements

Both editions include core BPM capabilities with the Enterprise edition adding advanced features such as multi-tenancy, HSM-based electronic signatures, enhanced security (2FA, SSL), database archiving, and integration monitoring tools.
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros from Real Users

Pros

  • ActiveBatch Workload Automation software greatly enhances our organization's productivity with its advanced automated workflows, including drag-and-drop and low-code operations. It's user-friendly, making it easy to automate manual tasks. This intuitive and dependable solution has significantly benefited our organization by reducing manual intervention. Overall, it's the top software for minimizing manual processes.
  • Provides a consolidated platform for managing activities across several environments, apps, etc. Because of automation, manual involvement is considerably decreased, resulting in fewer manual mistakes.
  • Schedules jobs and maintains workflow. Streamlining the process. Eliminates repetitious workflow, which streamlines the process. Highly secure.
  • Regular scanning of endpoint security components Scheduling and controlling workflow. The manual hours have been decreased from 20 to 5 hours. The program is adaptable for integration with a variety of different applications and services.
  • The reduction in coding is substantial in numerous cases. Once a specific job is created, it can be easily duplicated with minimal adjustments. The scheduler provides extensive and flexible options.
  • ActiveBatch demonstrates exceptional reliability and scalability for all our automation tasks. The tool excels in service management and intelligent automation, effectively scheduling complex jobs and effortlessly handling heavy server workloads, showcasing its robust stability.
  • Its standout feature is its capability to initiate jobs once nightly warehouse batch processes are finished. It offers an impressive array of utilities such as file transfer systems, job schedulers, and other triggers that are highly effective.
  • ActiveBatch offers numerous customization options that are extremely useful for automating our workloads. We use this tool to automate Informatica workflows, database jobs, and shell scripts.
  • ActiveBatch enables you to create a more streamlined process. It provided me with insight into all my tasks, allowing me to select which ones to execute concurrently.
  • ActiveBatch's capability to automate routine and repetitive tasks is effective. It handles this process quite well. Much of our work involves downloading files from SFTP servers and transferring them to our local file servers.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Emakin has been a strong solution for managing and digitizing our internal business processes. The platform is flexible and allows us to model complex workflows with different approval levels and role-based responsibilities. We especially liked the ability to integrate Emakin with external systems via web services and APIs, which helped us connect ERP and document management systems smoothly. The interface is user-friendly for business users, while still offering enough technical capability for advanced customization. Another major advantage is the reporting and tracking capabilities. We can monitor process progress, identify bottlenecks, and ensure accountability across departments. The support team is also responsive and helpful during both implementation and operational phases.

Cons

  • Some advanced configurations and process customizations may require technical expertise, especially when designing highly detailed workflow rules or complex integrations. Also, depending on the scale of the process and number of users, performance tuning and infrastructure planning becomes important. A more detailed built-in guide for best practices and optimization would make the onboarding phase easier.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

ActiveBatch by Redwood
Founded: 1993
United States
www.advsyscon.com

Company Information

Emakin Limited
Founded: 2010
Ireland
www.emakin.com

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Categories

Categories

Workflow Management Features

Access Controls/Permissions
Approval Process Control
Business Process Automation
Calendar Management
Compliance Tracking
Configurable Workflow
Customizable Dashboard
Document Management
Forms Management
Graphical Workflow Editor
Mobile Access
No-Code
Task Management
Third Party Integrations
Workflow Configuration

Workload Automation Features

Alerts / Notifications
Audit Trails
Business Process Management
Cross-Platform Scheduling
Dashboard
Data Analysis / Visualization
Event-Triggers
Load Balancing
Resource-Based Scheduling
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Workflow Foundation Support

Business Process Management Features

Access Controls / Permissions
Alerts / Notifications
Business Process Automation
Business Rules Management
Collaboration
Process Change Tracking
Process Mapping
Process Modeling & Design
Visual Workflow Management

Integrations

Amazon EC2
Apache Hadoop YARN
Hadoop
Informatica Cloud Application Integration
Informatica Cloud B2B Gateway
Informatica Cloud Data Integration
Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services
JSCAPE MFT Server
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)
Oracle Database
Oracle PeopleSoft
RunMyJobs by Redwood
SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence
SAP NetWeaver
Teradata QueryGrid
Teradata VantageCloud
VMware Cloud

Integrations

Amazon EC2
Apache Hadoop YARN
Hadoop
Informatica Cloud Application Integration
Informatica Cloud B2B Gateway
Informatica Cloud Data Integration
Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services
JSCAPE MFT Server
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)
Oracle Database
Oracle PeopleSoft
RunMyJobs by Redwood
SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence
SAP NetWeaver
Teradata QueryGrid
Teradata VantageCloud
VMware Cloud
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