Smart data - A solution for combining and consolidating data sources

Many automation tools support simple connections between apps, but reach their limits when it comes to handling and enriching large and complex amounts of data. This is where Synesty comes in: with the Datastore, various data sources can be stored in a structured overview, enriched and consolidated into a new file. This file contains all relevant information, e.g. article number, title, description, price and stock level - a crucial basis for processes such as repricing, data feeds or multi-channel synchronization.

Important use cases in e-commerce for data consolidation

The combination and consolidation of data sources is crucial for the following use cases in e-commerce:

• Product data management: Integration and enrichment of product data from different sources (such as ERP and PIM) to create consistent and complete product information.

• Repricing: Dynamic adjustment of prices and stock levels by consolidating supplier and marketplace data.

• Data feeds for marketplaces and price comparison portals: Automated creation and updating of product data feeds for platforms such as Amazon, eBay or Google Shopping.

• Multi-channel synchronization: Synchronization of inventory and prices between different sales channels such as webshops and marketplaces.

How can e-commerce companies now process, combine and consolidate data sources and data formats to create a uniform database for central business processes? Our stand-alone application Transformy offers the ideal solution. With Transformy, you can easily edit and convert tables and CSV files - without having to register! Take advantage of our free trial period to try out the Transformy feature (in the software the Mapper Step). The Synesty Mapper Step is an essential part of our software and allows you to test your own data with up to 25 rows of data. Start your free trial now

Synesty is more than just data forwarding

A common scenario is the merging of two files:

• File A: Item number, title, description, images
• File B: Item number, price, stock level

Synesty allows you to combine, save and process data efficiently. The datastore in Synesty acts like a database in which you can store data in tabular form and enrich it with schemas and rules - similar to Excel spreadsheets. This solution offers extensive flexibility for data cleansing, consolidation and delta calculation (differences between data records), which improves performance and reduces data volumes. Another highlight of Synesty is its support for hierarchical data structures, such as article variants or multi-level orders, a feature that many automation tools do not offer. Managing data like a mini PIM (Product Information Management) system makes Synesty a powerful tool for companies that want to go beyond simple workflows.

Broad support of data sources and formats

Synesty supports various interfaces and file formats, including

• Data sources: REST API, SOAP web service, (S)FTP, Dropbox, Google Drive
• File formats: CSV, tab-delimited, JSON, XML, Excel (XLS)

This diverse support makes it possible to connect various external systems and exchange data seamlessly.

Conclusion

The smart and efficient processing of data is therefore crucial because it optimizes business processes, improves customer experience, creates competitive advantages, reduces costs and meets regulatory requirements. Synesty offers a powerful solution for combining, consolidating and enriching data sources. With flexible data stores, broad support for interfaces and formats and the ability to manage complex data structures, Synesty clearly stands out from other automation tools. Ideal for companies that need more control and flexibility in their data flows.