Connecting Data Systems
How to connect your data systems to Transcend for comprehensive DSR fulfillment across your entire data ecosystem
Introduction to Data System Connections
Connecting your data systems to Transcend is a critical step in creating a comprehensive DSR Automation system. Each connected data system becomes part of your privacy infrastructure, allowing you to automatically process requests across all systems where personal data resides.
Why Connect Your Data Systems?
- Comprehensive Coverage: Ensure no personal data is missed when fulfilling DSRs
- Reduced Manual Work: Eliminate time-consuming manual lookups and actions
- Consistent Execution: Apply the same rigorous standards across all systems
- Compliance Confidence: Demonstrate due diligence in responding to data rights
- Auditable Process: Maintain records of actions taken in each system
Types of Data System Connections
Transcend offers several methods to connect your data systems:
- Direct API Integrations: Connect directly to SaaS tools and internal systems with pre-built connectors
- Database Integrations: Connect directly to DBs with pre-built connectors
- Custom Webhooks: Create custom integrations for systems with unique requirements
- Automated Vendor Coordination (AVC): Automate email communications with vendors who don't offer API access
In the following sections, you'll learn how to configure each type of integration and build a comprehensive data system network for complete DSR coverage.
SaaS Tools
Transcend has first-class support for most major SaaS systems and data systems.
Automated Vendor Coordination
Coordinate with vendors to fulfill DSRs using emails
Add DSR Processing Documentation to an Integration
Add per-integration DSR processing instructions on the DSR Automation tab so assignees see them in bulk respond and on individual requests.
Integrating your Internal Systems
How to connect an internal application or script up to a DSR workflow
Testing a New Integration
How to test an integration before going to production
Data System Rate Limits
This guide explains how to use Transcend's Data System Rate Limiting system to control the number of requests we send to your Data Systems