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Surety Systems has stayed up to date on critical data management shifts in the modern enterprise landscape, specifically focusing on how data integration is an equally important and challenging initiative for organizations across industries. Getting clean, well-formatted files out of Infor CloudSuite and into the hands of third-party vendors is a hurdle that affects everyone from HR to Finance. 

Historically, resolving these bottlenecks required heavy Infor Process Automation (IPA) development or deep dives into custom code, often creating a cycle of technical debt that leaves teams waiting on IT for even the simplest changes. The Infor File Creation Utility represents a significant shift in how Landmark-based data is managed across organizations.

This blog explores how the transition from custom code to a no-code mapping strategy can improve efficiency, reduce complexity, and provide the actionable insights your organization needs to stay agile.

What is Infor File Creation Utility (FCU)?

Infor File Creation Utility (FCU) is a native, Landmark-based tool specifically designed to simplify the generation of outbound interface files. Rather than relying on custom code requiring extensive development, FCU provides a streamlined approach for organizations operating within Infor CloudSuite applications such as FSM and GHR to ensure their data remains accurate and properly formatted for any third-party recipient.

Key Features

  • No-Code Mapping: Utilize a drag-and-drop-style logic to create and manage both row and column mappings without the need for complex scripts.
  • Fixed Length / CSV Support: Easily manage technical requirements such as field delimiters, separators, end-of-line characters, and file segment limits.
  • Multiple Record Layouts: Support complex file structures by utilizing header and footer records with counts, alongside specific record types defined by selection criteria.
  • Parent–Child Relationships: Maintain data integrity by establishing relationship structures that keep relevant child records grouped with their parent records.

Top 3 Use Cases for Infor FCU

The versatility of the Infor File Creation Utility allows users to address several common integration challenges across the Landmark platform. By leveraging this, organizations can automate critical data flows that previously required manual intervention or custom development. 

  • Benefit Provider Feeds: Automate the generation of demographic and deduction files for third-party providers, such as Fidelity, Blue Cross, or Discovery Benefits, to ensure accurate and timely enrollment data.
  • Payroll Exports: Simplify the movement of critical data from HR Talent to external payroll vendors without requiring complex middleware or custom scripts.
  • Financial Reporting & Bank Files: Create specific, highly regulated file layouts for ACH transfers or positive pay files to ensure compliance with the complex formatting requirements of banking institutions.

Implementing the FCU Integration Template

  1. Download and Access: Download the FCU Setup from the Infor Marketplace. Log in to the GHR system, navigate to the Integration Architect Dashboard, and select FCU Setup.
  2. Import the Setup: Click the ellipsis and select Import Setup. In the configuration window, select your Organization and use the Setup Export Folder icon to locate your downloaded file.
  3. Configure Import Settings: If this is a new integration, check Create New Setup; otherwise, use Search to update an existing design. Select the correct Separator and End of Line Character for the setup:
    1. Separator:
      1. Double Caret (Default for Marketplace templates)
      2. Caret
      3. Pipe
      4. Double Pipe
    2. End of Line Character:
      1. Carriage Return 
      2. Line Feed
  4. Activate the Layout: Open your newly imported setup and navigate to the Setup Detail tab. Toggle the status to Active to enable record generation.
  5. Generate and Preview: Click Generate Preview Records and ensure the Generate File checkbox is selected to populate the data. Once verified, click Generate File Threaded and Submit to process the records.
  6. Access Your File: Navigate to the File tab to view or download your generated flat file.

Scaling for Future Investment

As organizations continue to modernize their ERP landscapes, Infor File Creation Utility has transitioned from a niche additional tool to an essential component of their Infor toolkit. By replacing rigid, manual processes with a flexible framework, the FCU tool allows teams to keep pace with the increasing demands of third-party integrations. 

Partnering with our team ensures that your FCU environment is built to support future growth and maximizes the return on your overall Infor investment for years to come.