Data Mapping
Data mapping is the process of matching data fields from one system's format to another, ensuring information is correctly interpreted when integrating multiple sources.
Definition
Data mapping defines how fields in one data source (e.g., a specific meter brand's export format) correspond to the fields expected by a receiving system, ensuring information is interpreted correctly during integration — for example, mapping a meter's "kWh_total" field to a platform's standard "consumption" field.
Why It Matters
Incorrect data mapping is a common source of integration errors, where data technically transfers but is misinterpreted or misaligned once it arrives.
How ecolyptus Helps
ecolyptus's integration setup includes data mapping configuration to ensure incoming data from varied sources is interpreted consistently.