SAP
NetWeaver MDM Global Data Synchronization
Global data syncronization (GDS) is a sophisticated, collaborative business practice which is being rapidly adopted by trading partners worldwide. By adopting a common set of global standards, defined by the Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN), manufacturers and retailers can optimize their business processes through complete, comprehensive communication through data pools that are in turn linked to a single global registry.
Manufacturers make their product catalogs available to the data pools and retailers are then able to link to these data pools and synchronize their data automatically.
This guide describes the overall SAP NetWeaver MDM GDS system, its distinctive features, and the functionality of the GDS 2.0 Console, with emphasis on:
· Item data management procedures
· How to ensure bi-directional communication with data pools and the Global Registry