Configure route calculation details for a new external service matrix

To use the external online matrix for route calculation services, configure the XML.

Define XML configurations

To view and define the XML:

1. Click the Routing Configuration tab. 

2. Select either of the following modes:

   • Guided Mode: For most users

   • Advanced Mode: For experienced users who need full control over the configuration.

Configure in guided mode

After you add details for a new external service matrix, the system automatically generates the XML code to invoke the GISware engine and the external service matrix. See Add details for a new external service matrix.

Configure in advanced mode

Important: For more directions, visit the external service provider’s documentation.

When you edit an online matrix, a pop-up window appears. In this window, you can modify the configuration NextGen FSM uses to call the external route calculation service. To do this:

1. Click the Routing Configuration tab. 

2. Click Advanced Mode.

3. Do either of the following:

   • Start from scratch: Create a new XML configuration manually.

   • Click Start from a basic default configuration to load the default configuration from Guided Mode and modify it as needed.

4. Update the XML with the specifications and capabilities of the integrated external service. 

   • Include parameters or attributes, such as newly-released or beta features.

5. To ensure compatibility with the external service, check the XML syntax.

6. Click Save. 

What’s next?

• See Configure scheduling service details for a new external service matrix.