Data Quality is a part of the entire process. Quality is not a single step, it is progressive.

If you knew that by taking some streamlined upfront actions you would save time and money while preventing your car from crashing, wouldn’t you rather take that action than face the inconvenience and costs associated with fixing the car after the accident? That’s exactly how Edgenet approaches data management and data quality. Rather than applying a review and fix process at the end, Edgenet has incorporated streamlined checks along the way that ensure data quality.

Product information is often incomplete or inaccurate as it is entered into data management systems. Typically these inaccuracies have to be corrected or updated manually. In many cases, after the fact, while data is being used which cascades into another problem; tracking where it is being used after it leaves the door. Edgenet has automated the data management process to include data quality checks at every conceivable step throughout the entire product lifecycle. We understand that data quality checks shouldn’t be at the end of the process and must be integrated and progressive throughout the entire data management collection process. We ensure the car is running smooth for miles; no accidents along the way.

Edgenet is more than just a data pool. We are a committed teammate in the data collection process to ensure the highest of quality. Edgenet works to train suppliers so we always begin with a clear definition of the data that is needed. Retailers and distributors are trained as well so all parties know where and the context of how the data is being used. In addition, Edgenet has incorporated systematic quality checks:

• Workflows ensure completeness
• Workflows allow review/correction
• Workflow automation for behind the scenes processes and workflow branching
• Publish rules for core marketing data
• Visual validation of images
• Packaging hierarchy validations for GDSN data
• Data sampling includes an “Eyes on” quality check
• Obsolescence processes

 

Once the data is entered, it doesn’t stop there. Product content is continually evolving. Throughout the product lifecycle, Edgenet keeps a complete history of every attribute and the workflow action. As updates are made, integrated tools help maximize product data quality:

• Automated spell check
• Data quality report with scoring
• Rule-based checks with suggested fixes
• Visual search assists categorization
• Preview pages with templates

 

Edgenet incorporates processes that help suppliers to consistently provide the most accurate view of product information. We then take it a step further by comparing supplier data with the quality of data from other suppliers in the same category. This provides immediate visibility into data quality and helps suppliers fully understand how their products match up with other relevant products.

The Edgenet Team knows we have to deliver additional value to you every day in order to retain your business. That’s why we step back from the entire system continually and try to build a more collaborative, more innovative system that will work to simplify the process for you. We are never satisfied with our offerings and pride ourselves on that culturally. Because we are a team in this process, we need your commitment to contact us with any questions, concerns or issues you might come across. Let’s work together to keep the car moving in optimum condition.