Attribute

Attribute Description

Identifying Attributes

Name

objectType

Label

Folder Type, Correspondence Type, Mail Type

Definitional Attributes

Definition

A classification of system objects according to a scheme used by the institution.

Purpose

To permit users to classify the nature of the objects for analysis and reporting. Permits the user to report on the variety of correspondence and tasks handled by the institution.

Constraint

Applies to folder, attachment and task.

Datatype Name

Alphanumeric

Relational Attributes

Value Domain

Selected from a pick list developed by the institution.

Conditions of Application

Obligation

Optional

When is Element Populated?

When the object (folder, attachment, task) is added to the system.

How is the Element Populated?

User selected from a pick-list.

Reference

FREC, 3.1 Metadata Requirements, Reference #2.7