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Job Database

A job database is the collection of information that tells the manager when and how to process each particular job. The Job Management Manager database is a multikeyed index file that uses OpenVMS record management services (RMS) to store information about each job.

The manager is most useful when processing repetitive jobs, such as fiscal reporting procedures, system maintenance or backup tasks, and user applications. The job database is used to process repetitive jobs.

You can also use the manager to run non-repetitive jobs that would benefit from its scheduling, job synchronization, or other features.