6.2.1 External Data Descriptors

External Data Descriptors (EDD) are definitions of specific data content from External Data Sources (EDS). Each EDS may have a number of EDDs defined against it. EDD definitions can be used for ingesting data into DFCS Data Foundation or extracting data from it. This serve as metadata configurations to define, map, and transform external data before it is ingested into the DFCS. These descriptors play a crucial role in ensuring seamless data integration by specifying how external data sources, such as third-party applications or external databases, should be interpreted, formatted, and aligned with the internal data structures of the Data Catalog. By defining the structure, fields, data types, and transformation rules, External Data Descriptors ensure that external data can be accurately and efficiently integrated into the platform, supporting downstream processes like financial reporting, analytics, and regulatory compliance.

In DFCS External Data Descriptors are auto generated for all Sourcing Entities. Currently DFCS have 671 External Data Descriptors getting packaged.