BNC DataSync Benefits for Publishers

If the first step to building strong relationships with booksellers is communication, consider BNC DataSync your universal translator.

BNC DataSync combines the descriptive power of the book industry's ONIX files with the agility of the Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN). You deliver the data that non-traditional retailers need in a way they can understand, ensuring your title information remains accurate and up-to-date across the market.

Low Prices That Work for Book Publishers

Current GDSN price models work for other merchandisers, but for book publishers high unit costs drives prices through the roof. BNC DataSync fees are designed for the product volume necessary for successful trade in publishing. With BNC DataSync, your costs per ISBN are manageable, allowing for greater returns on your investment.

Quick and Easy Product Data Updates

With one file submission, you can send new product information to all participating retail partners at once. This simple process allows your product information to remain accurate and consistent across the market since the subscribers to your data are notified whenever new information is available.

Easy Product Tracking and Communication

Quickly and easily track the messages you've sent and received through the GDSN, view complete product records exactly as they will be delivered to your trading partners and see the validation rules that apply to your products.

You Control Who Sees Your Data

You decide who has access to your data. Have as many or as few trading partners as you like. Your product information remains secure and will be accessible only to those you invite to see it. BNC DataSync houses the complete ONIX record which allows you to send GDSN-ready data points and, if you choose, to establish Peer-to-Peer data sharing with individual trading partners.

Direct Route from Here to There

Reduce data inconsistencies and errors by decreasing the number of touches your data goes through before reaching the end recipient. You upload your ONIX file and your retail partners download the relevant product information as it came from you.

Familiar File Formats

There's no need to invest valuable time and resources into learning the quirks of a whole new file format. Publishers submit their files in ONIX, the book industry standard. BNC DataSync then allows retailers to download the product information they need whenever you make it available.

Long-term Dedicated Support

Your feedback matters to us. Users will have access to a knowledgeable and dedicated support team care of BookNet Canada and CGS Datapool team members. Trouble-shooting on everything from GDSN message choreography to the use of the ONIX standards will help you make the most of BNC DataSync.

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