Definition
A scan configuration that specifies which object, fields, and quality capabilities to evaluate. Each definition produces a set of results when scanned.
Builder Overview
What is the Builder?
Section titled “What is the Builder?”The DQS Builder is a multi-step configuration wizard that lets you define exactly how your data quality should be measured. It guides you through selecting objects, picking fields, choosing quality dimensions, and setting thresholds.
Builder Workspace
Section titled “Builder Workspace”The Builder uses a 3-zone layout:
- Sidebar (orange) — Navigation tree showing your definitions and their configuration stages (Capabilities, Scope, Fields, Configure, Review)
- Stage (green) — Main content area where you configure each step of the definition
- Guidance Panel (red) — Contextual help and guidance that adapts to your current step
Key Concepts
Section titled “Key Concepts”Capability
A quality dimension like Completeness or Validity. Each capability can be configured globally or overridden per field.
Definition Detail
A record linking a specific field to a definition, storing per-field configuration overrides for each capability.
Lifecycle
Definitions progress through stages: Draft → Ready → Active → Obsolete. Only Active definitions can be scanned.
Builder Stages
Section titled “Builder Stages”- Getting Started — Select the target Salesforce object
- Field Selection — Pick which fields to include in the scan
- Capability Configuration — Enable and configure quality dimensions
- Summary — Review the complete definition before activation
Each stage validates your input before allowing you to proceed to the next step.