What is the process for creating new business components in Siebel and how would you go about implementing them?

Creating New Business Components in Siebel

To create new business components in Siebel, follow these steps:

1. Identify the requirements for the new business component, including fields, relationships, and functionalities needed.
2. In the Siebel Tools application, navigate to the Business Components view.
3. Right-click on the Applet object and select "New Record" to create a new business component.
4. Enter the required information, such as Name, Business Object, and other properties for the new business component.
5. Define the fields for the business component by adding them in the Fields list applet.
6. Set up any relationships with other business components or tables as needed.
7. Define the necessary business logic by creating joins, calculated fields, and scripting as necessary.
8. Test the new business component thoroughly to ensure it functions as expected.
9. Deploy the changes to the Siebel application environment.

Implementing New Business Components in Siebel

To implement new business components in Siebel, follow these steps:

1. Identify the specific module or area in the Siebel application where the new business component will be used.
2. Update the Application Object Manager configuration to include the new business component in the appropriate views or screens.
3. Modify existing workflows, applets, or views to interact with the new business component as needed.
4. Update the Siebel database schema to include any new tables or relationships required by the new business component.
5. Test the integration of the new business component with existing functionality to ensure a seamless user experience.
6. Document the changes made for future reference and maintenance.
7. Roll out the new business component to end-users after thorough testing and validation.