Executables

An Executable is a custom-developed program (typically Java, .NET, or script-based) that integrates with the Actimize platform to perform specialized functions that aren't available in the standard product offerings.

Types of Executables:

1. Data Transformation Executables

   • Custom data parsing and formatting
   • Complex data enrichment logic
   • External system integrations

2. Decision Engine Executables

   • Custom scoring algorithms
   • Complex business rule implementations
   • Third-party API integrations

3. Alert Processing Executables

   • Custom alert routing logic
   • Specialized notification mechanisms
   • Integration with external case management systems

4. Reporting Executables

   • Custom report generation
   • Data export to external systems
   • Regulatory reporting formats

Where to Place Executables in NICE Actimize Architecture:

1. Pre-Processing Layer (Data Ingestion)

External Data → [Executable] → UDM → AIS Processing

Common Use Cases:

• Data Format Conversion: Converting proprietary formats to UDM-compliant structure
• Data Validation: Custom validation rules beyond standard checks
• Data Enrichment: Adding external data sources (credit scores, device fingerprinting)

Example Placement:

ETL Process → Custom Data Parser Executable → Actimize Data Lake

2. Scenario Processing Layer (Decision Engine)

Transaction Data → Scenario Engine → [Executable] → Decision Output

Common Use Cases:

• Custom Scoring Models: Machine learning models not available in standard platform
• External API Calls: Real-time calls to fraud databases, watchlists
• Complex Business Logic: Multi-step decision trees

Example Placement:

IFM Scenario → Custom ML Model Executable → Risk Score Enhancement

3. Post-Processing Layer (Alert/Case Management)

Alert Generation → [Executable] → External Systems/Notifications

Common Use Cases:

• Custom Alert Routing: Specialized assignment logic
• External Integrations: CRM systems, ticketing systems
• Regulatory Reporting: Custom SAR generation

Example Placement:

Case Management → Custom Export Executable → External Compliance System

4. Batch Processing Layer (Offline Analytics)

Historical Data → [Executable] → Analytics/Reports → Decision Makers

Common Use Cases:

• Model Training: Custom ML model development
• Performance Analytics: Custom KPI calculations
• Data Mining: Pattern discovery and analysis

Technical Implementation Locations:

1. AIS (Actimize Intelligence Server) Integration

Configuration Path: AIS Admin → External Programs → Executable Registration

Registration Details:

• Executable name and description
• Input/output parameters
• Execution timeout settings
• Error handling preferences

2. Scenario Designer Integration

Configuration Path: Scenario Designer → Actions → External Executable

Integration Points:

• Pre-scenario execution
• Post-scenario execution
• Custom action within scenario logic

3. ETL Pipeline Integration

Configuration Path: ETL Configuration → Custom Steps → Executable Call

Pipeline Stages:

• Data extraction phase
• Data transformation phase
• Data loading phase

4. Case Management Integration

Configuration Path: Case Management → Workflow → Custom Actions

Workflow Points:

• Case creation triggers
• Investigation step automation
• Case closure procedures

Real-Life Example Implementation:

Scenario: Custom Device Risk Scoring Executable

Business Need: Bank wants to integrate proprietary device fingerprinting technology not available in standard Actimize offerings.

Implementation:

Step 1: Develop the Executable

// Java-based executable
public class DeviceRiskScorer {
    public static void main(String[] args) {
        // Input: Device fingerprint data
        String deviceId = args[0];
        String ipAddress = args[1];

        // Call external service
        int riskScore = externalDeviceAPI.getRiskScore(deviceId, ipAddress);

        // Output: Risk score for Actimize
        System.out.println("DEVICE_RISK_SCORE=" + riskScore);
    }
}

Step 2: Register in AIS

AIS Admin Console → External Programs → Add New Executable
- Name: DeviceRiskScorer
- Path: /opt/actimize/executables/DeviceRiskScorer.jar
- Input Parameters: DEVICE_ID, IP_ADDRESS
- Output Format: DEVICE_RISK_SCORE=\<value>
- Timeout: 2000ms

Step 3: Integrate in Scenario

Scenario Designer → New Scenario → "Enhanced Device Scoring"
- Trigger: Real-time transaction processing
- Condition: Transaction channel = "Online" OR "Mobile"
- Action: Execute DeviceRiskScorer
- Use Output: Add DEVICE_RISK_SCORE to overall risk calculation

Step 4: Configure Data Flow

Data Flow: Transaction → Extract Device Data → Call Executable →
           Receive Risk Score → Continue Scenario Processing

Best Practices for Executable Placement:

1. Performance Considerations

• Real-time flows: Keep executables lightweight (<500ms execution time)
• Batch processes: More complex logic acceptable
• Asynchronous calls: For non-critical enhancements

2. Error Handling

• Timeout settings: Prevent system blocking
• Fallback logic: Default behavior if executable fails
• Logging: Comprehensive error tracking

3. Security

• Input validation: Sanitize all inputs to executables
• Access controls: Limit executable permissions
• Audit trails: Log all executable executions

4. Monitoring

• Performance metrics: Track execution times
• Success rates: Monitor failure patterns
• Resource usage: CPU/memory consumption

Common Placement Patterns:

Use Case	Placement Layer	Timing	Example
Data Enrichment	Pre-Processing	Batch/Real-time	Credit score lookup
Custom Scoring	Scenario Engine	Real-time	ML model execution
Alert Routing	Post-Processing	Real-time	Custom notification
Reporting	Batch Processing	Scheduled	Regulatory reports

Executables provide powerful extensibility to NICE Actimize platforms, allowing organizations to customize the system beyond standard capabilities while maintaining integration with core platform features.