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Using the Siebel Connector for ACORD XML

This chapter provides a brief overview of the capabilities of the Siebel Connector for ACORD XML. Additional information about integration with Siebel eBusiness Applications is available in:

• Overview: Siebel eBusiness Application Integration Volume I
• Siebel Financial Services eBusiness Application Integration Guide

Your work with the Siebel Connector for ACORD XML consists of:

• Using the FINS ACORD Wizard to create integration objects to map data between Siebel and ACORD-based external applications.
• Creating integration workflows based on the mapped objects.

You can learn how to build the transformation maps and create workflows from this guide. You can also use some out-of-the-box ACORD messages and workflows defined in this guide as your reference for implementation. Some information on customizing your integration is included in this guide, but you will also need to consult additional guides specified in the text.

Major chapters in this guide provide a description of ACORD rules and syntax, the methods and arguments for configuring a Siebel Connector for ACORD XML to customize your integration solution, and a sample implementation showing the steps involved to configure and use the connector.