Sage 500 ERP – Data Import Manager

This video introduces the Sage 500 ERP Data Import Manager, a tool for automating the transfer of information into Sage 500. It explains how to define source connections to various data types like SQL Server and Excel, allowing Sage 500 to access external data. The core process involves creating import jobs, which map specific data from the source to the correct location (staging tables and columns) within Sage 500, ensuring the imported data adheres to the software’s rules. The transcript details the steps for maintaining source connections and creating import jobs, emphasizing the mapping of tables and columns to facilitate accurate data transfer.