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New Attribute: AI Level
As the industry rapidly evolves and more Manufacturers introduce AI-related product designations, DataSource is introducing a new standardized attribute to help improve clarity and consistency across all markets. What’s Changing? We are replacing ...
Welcome to the October 2025 Edition of the DataSource Newsletter!
We’re excited to share the latest improvements and upcoming features designed to make your experience with DataSource even more powerful. What’s New in DataSource Annotated Images from the Manufacturer DataSource clients can now receive ...
How to Report Priority 1 Critical Issue (Outage) or Service Disruption
If you ever experience a critical issue (Outage) or service disruption, we're here to help. Your business continuity is important to us, and we take all service issues seriously. To report a critical issue (Outage), please submit a request via the “...
DataSource Searchable Attributes: PIM Feed User Guide
1. DataSource PIM Feed 1.1 Summary A growing number of DataSource customers need to ingest DataSource's structured content in enterprise Master Data Management or Product Information Management solutions; those allowing for effective content ing...
Welcome to the July 2025 Edition of the DataSource Newsletter!
We’re excited to share the latest improvements and upcoming features designed to make your experience with DataSource even more powerful. What’s New in DataSource EU Charging Pictogram (Compliant and Automated) New EU regulations requir...
Brand/Manufacturer Annotated Images Feature
DataSource clients receive an additional content called “Annotated Images” seamlessly integrated into their feed. We developed a new media type that allows manufacturers/brands to provide annotated image for their products.This media type include...
Information on end-of-life for products
At our company we need information about the end-of-life for products.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Product_lifecycle#Phase_4:_ServiceIn our database we have a lot of old products which we can no longer sell to our customers as distributors do no lon...
Guidance on Energy Label Attributes for Mobile Phones (PB) and Tablets (AC)
The following attributes were added to the categories Mobile Phones (PB) and Tablets & eBook Readers (AC).These attributes are for compliance with the new energy labelling requirements that will apply to smartphones and tablets put on the EU market ...
Manufacturer Product Name Feature
DataSource clients receive an additional content called “Manufacturer Product Name” seamlessly integrated into their feed, alongside the 1WS generated full and short descriptions. We developed a new media type that allows manufacturers/brands to pro...
Resolved! Product Categories using ContentConnector
At our company we use an instance of the 1WorldSync ContentConnector (java application).I am wondering if there is any way to receive the product category as show in the DataSource Product Catalog:https://datasource.cs.1worldsync.com/techspecs.aspx?s...
Explore the DataSource ShowCase Website
The DataSource ShowCase website offers a clear, visual overview of the different components delivered through the DataSource service. It’s designed to help customers understand the structure, depth, and value of the content they receive. On this sit...
ContentConnector Guide
Overview The ContentConnector will dramatically reduce the complexity of database creation, data retrieval, and database maintenance processes. The products upload process is also automated for those customers that request content on specific produc...
How is data requested and received?
Request processIf your account(s) configuration requires that you specify to 1WorldSync the products for which you would like to receive content, you'll first have to fill MFC and PRC files and upload them to your FTP account. The procedure is descri...
Why is it highly recommended to delete SKUs I don’t need anymore?
We highly recommend that you delete from your DataSource catalog all SKUs that you don't use (obsolete) or that have been rejected by our production team. Doing so will shrink the download files and make the production statistics more meaningful. In...
Why is adding the UPC/EAN code to the request file beneficial?
In order to optimize the mapping of your requested SKUs, you're invited to add the UPC/EAN code if available.Tag it into the 6th column of the PRC file of the SKU request file (PRC): "<UPCEAN>[UPC-code]</UPCEAN>". If you use this column also for spe...
Why can’t I see my requested SKUs on the Extranet?
The Extranet does not provide a real-time view of SKU production. There is a 24-hour delay. So, newly requested SKUs can usually be found in the Extranet's SKU search on the following day. It may happen from time to time that synchronization between...
How do I request new SKUs from 1WorldSync using the ContentConnector?
The ContentConnector can generate the required MFC and PRC files to be uploaded to our FTP server. The ContentConnector will perform based on your entries in the cds_sku_request table in the ContentConnector.
How can I speed up the production of certain SKUs I requested?
You can set the priority codes for the products that you are requesting.There are 3 priority codes: 1 - first priority; 2.- second priority; 3 - lowest priority.Note: The priority codes are only applicable to the products in the buffered (unmapped) ...
Can I receive several languages for a single market?
Yes, it is possible to receive several languages for a single market. Please contact your sale representative if you need to add an additional language.
What languages are available?
For information on the Languages we support, please visit Markets and Languages
What is the difference between a market and a language?
The “market” is the country in which the products are intended to be sold.The “language” is the language in which the different localized DataSource components will be displayed (e.g. the specifications or the marketing text). It is possible to rece...
What components do I receive?
To know the components to which you're subscribed, connect to your "DataSource Extranet", and under "Account Settings", click "Service Setup Depending on the configuration of your solution, you may have different accounts with different settings...
How to subscribe to new components?
You will find on this page the complete list of available components.If you're interested in a Free component, please contact the Customer Support team.If you're interested in a Fee-based component, please contact your Sales representative.
How can I start receiving UPC/EAN codes?
UPC/EAN codes can be provided by request. Please contact the Customer Support Team.Codes are delivered in two tables:cds_metamapcds_distivoc.
How can I see what Digital Content I receive?
The list of digital content media types that your account is set up to receive is provided in the table cds_digital_content_media_types (cds_DigContent_Media_Types if you use the ContentConnector).It can also be checked in the Extranet.
For Which Brands are you applying the Iconic SKU (iSKU) Processes?
AppleDates of launch: MarchMay/JuneSeptember/October Categories:AA (Desktops & Servers), AB (Notebooks), AC (Tablets & e-Book Readers)DA (Keyboards), DB (Pointing Devices), EA (Monitors)JK (Digital AV Players & Recorders), KB (Portable Audio), KD (Sp...
What are Iconic SKUs (iSKU) and what is the goal?
Iconic SKU (iSKU) is a product of any brand that is going to become a top seller in the near future (as well as first-party accessories for such flagship products). So the main goals of the process are: Early detection and proactive creation of the S...
How can I know which SKUs are available in the DataSource catalog?
Yes, there is an option to get partial data when a product has not yet been released, or if the product is rejected or on hold. A partial delivery includes a limited number of components. Please contact the Customer Support team for more details.
Why is it not advisable to request a lot of SKUs at once?
If you request numerous SKUs requiring manual mapping or production, you will exceed your daily bandwidth. You would then risk losing control over your requested SKUs, because production of the pending SKUs will then depend on regular prioritization...
When can I expect an ‘On hold’ SKU to be completed and delivered?
SKUs are set to 'On hold' status when some of the required information about the product has not been made available by the manufacturer. These SKUs are periodically reviewed by our Production Team. If the information becomes available, the SKUs wil...
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