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Status Under review
Workspace Targetprocess
Categories Other
Created by Guest
Created on Aug 13, 2024

Suggestion to Enhance Validation Rules with Pre-Submit Input Access

I would like to propose an enhancement to the Validation Rules feature in Apptio. Currently, the Validation Rules only allow access to input values after the form has been submitted. This approach limits the effectiveness of pre-submit validations, which are crucial for ensuring data accuracy before submission.

My suggestion is to add the capability to access and validate the value of an input field before the form is submitted. This enhancement would allow users to receive immediate feedback and warnings if any adjustments are necessary, improving the overall user experience and data integrity.

Benefits:

  • Prevents errors before they occur by validating inputs in real-time.
  • Reduces the need for post-submission corrections.
  • Enhances user experience by providing instant feedback.
  • Streamlines the data entry process, reducing rework and improving efficiency.

I believe this feature would significantly improve the flexibility and power of Validation Rules, making them more useful and effective for users.