Using Email Adapters in Productions

Configure inbound and outbound email adapters within InterSystems IRIS productions.

Updated Feb 2, 2026
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Skill: Using Email Adapters in Productions
Source: https://github.com/sorodriguezz/skills-objectscript/tree/main/skills/using-email-adapters
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the integration of email communication into InterSystems IRIS productions, enabling automated sending and receiving of emails.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Inbound Email Processing: Configure an adapter to poll a mailbox, process incoming emails, and route them to business services.
  • Outbound Email Sending: Set up an adapter to send emails from within a production via an SMTP server.
  • Use Case: Automatically process customer support requests sent via email by having the production read incoming emails, extract relevant information, and create support tickets.

Quick Start

Configure the EnsLib.EMail.InboundAdapter to poll your email account and process incoming messages.

Frequently Asked Questions about Using Email Adapters in Productions

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I send emails from an InterSystems IRIS production?

To send emails from an InterSystems IRIS production, you configure an outbound email adapter to transmit messages via an SMTP server. This enables automated email sending directly from your business operations.

Can I automatically poll a mailbox and process incoming emails in InterSystems IRIS?

Yes, you can poll a mailbox and process incoming emails in InterSystems IRIS by configuring an inbound email adapter. The adapter retrieves messages and routes them to business services for automated handling.

What is the best way to automate customer support requests from emails in InterSystems IRIS?

The best way to automate support requests in InterSystems IRIS is using email adapters within productions. The system polls inbound emails, extracts relevant information, and routes the data to business services to create support tickets.

Does InterSystems IRIS support both POP3 and SMTP protocols for production email adapters?

Yes, InterSystems IRIS productions support both POP3 and SMTP protocols. You use the inbound adapter for POP3 mailbox polling and the outbound adapter for SMTP email transmission.

Do I need any external dependencies to configure email adapters in InterSystems IRIS productions?

No external dependencies are required to configure email adapters in InterSystems IRIS productions. The platform provides native inbound and outbound adapters to handle email polling and SMTP transmission directly.