Running a scheduled job manually in PTC Orbit allows you to trigger an immediate data import or update instead of waiting for the next scheduled execution. This feature is useful in scenarios where urgent updates are needed, such as after a bulk asset acquisition, system migration, or unexpected data discrepancies. For example, if an organization imports asset details from an ERP or PLM system on a weekly basis but requires real-time updates due to a system-wide audit, you can manually execute the scheduled job to synchronize the latest asset records immediately. This capability ensures that critical asset information, such as locations, serial numbers, maintenance statuses, and ownership details, is updated promptly, reducing delays in reporting, compliance checks, and operational planning. By providing manual execution flexibility, PTC Orbit enables organizations to maintain data accuracy and responsiveness to business needs.

Perform the following steps to run a scheduled job.

The scheduled job runs and the History section is updated with the latest run details.