Glossary term
What is Data Aggregation?
Definition
Data aggregation involves collecting and consolidating product information from various internal and external sources into a unified structure. PIM systems use this to build complete product records from supplier files, ERP feeds, and legacy systems. It eliminates duplication and supports a single source of truth.
Aggregation gathers information; reconciliation is still needed when sources disagree. For example, an autonomous product data operation could take specifications from three lighting suppliers, combine their records into a common intake view, and identify overlapping items and conflicting values for resolution.
Data Aggregation in an autonomous operation
- Step 1:
Input
Specifications from three lighting suppliers
- Step 2:
Data Aggregation
Combine their records into a common intake view
- Step 3:
Outcome
Identify overlapping items and conflicting values for resolution
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