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Cloud Architecture Overview

Andrew Dotto Updated by Andrew Dotto

The History of Dynamic Resource Scheduler

Dynamic Resource Scheduler was originally designed as a monolithic, single-server solution focused on delivering highly optimised appointment times in real time, with continuous optimisation running until each task was completed.

While the platform has evolved significantly over the years, these changes were still shaped by the constraints of the original architecture.

Because the solution performs millions of calculations per second, the fixed infrastructure of the legacy platform inevitably introduced performance bottlenecks.

As a result, careful configuration choices were often required to maintain stability and performance. In some cases, however, these constraints limited our ability to fully optimise scheduling across very large resource groups.

NEW! Dynamic Resource Scheduler

Dynamic Resource Scheduler is now designed around the latest Cloud Native architecture, embracing Identity Management and microservices to deliver significantly improved performance and reliable redundancy.

Integration and Connectivity

Dynamic Resource Scheduler is delivered as an internet-facing SaaS solution. Authentication for the application, customer environments and associated data is secured through the OneAdvanced Identity service, which is aligned with the OneAdvanced Trust Centre.

Integration with Dynamic Resource Scheduler is supported through two primary integration approaches.

Housing Integration Bridge

The Housing Integration Bridge acts as a compatibility layer that enables existing integrations to work with the new Dynamic Resource Scheduler service. It provides a straightforward path for organisations to maintain their current integrations while benefiting from the new platform.

The service is designed to provide backwards compatibility, with access secured through API tokens. New or replacement API keys can be generated through the Dynamic Resource Scheduler Administration Console, with access controlled by user profile permissions.

All existing integration services that use the DRS 5 and DRS 6 WebService Gateway are supported through the bridge, with no development changes expected. This remains the primary integration method for existing Housing and Works Management solutions.

Some configuration changes will be required to redirect existing integration endpoints, and in certain cases adjustments to network architecture may also be necessary.

In addition, some integration services currently using the Internal Core Gateway may be supported through the Housing Integration Bridge, subject to separate agreement.

Dynamic Resource Scheduler RESTful Service

The new Dynamic Resource Scheduler RESTful Service represents a major step forward in our integration capabilities, providing a direct connection to the platform’s native cloud environment. Through this API layer, organisations can integrate more deeply with the service, enabling greater control, automation and interaction with scheduling operations.

This RESTful service provides a more flexible and comprehensive approach to integration, allowing customers to exchange data more efficiently and automate a wider range of processes. It is designed to support more advanced use cases, giving organisations the ability to build richer integrations and take advantage of new platform features as they become available.

Using the RESTful Service will require new development by integrating systems. OneAdvanced provides supporting documentation to assist with implementation, and professional services are available to support design, consulting and delivery where required. Additional costs may apply for these services.

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