> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://betterdatainc.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Import Connectors Overview

> Connector-specific setup and mapping guidance for import pipelines.

## Overview

Better Data import endpoints are source-agnostic: your ERP/OMS/WMS data can be transformed into
the API payloads documented in `/import/api-reference`. This section shows practical connector
patterns for NetSuite, Shopify, and generic ERP pipelines.

## Recommended Architecture

```text theme={null}
Source System -> Connector/ETL -> Staging Transform -> Better Data Import API
```

* Use scheduled syncs for master data (`catalog`, `suppliers`).
* Use higher frequency for operational feeds (`inventory`, `orders`, `purchase-orders`).
* Batch and monitor every run by polling import job status.

## Source Guides

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="NetSuite" icon="database" href="/import/connectors/netsuite">
    ERP mapping for products, stock, suppliers, and purchase orders.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Shopify" icon="store" href="/import/connectors/shopify">
    DTC mapping for catalog, orders, and inventory.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Generic ERP" icon="plug" href="/import/connectors/erp-generic">
    Template mapping for SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, and custom systems.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Sync Frequency Guidance

| Dataset         | Recommended cadence |
| --------------- | ------------------- |
| Catalog         | Daily               |
| Suppliers       | Weekly              |
| Inventory       | Every 1-4 hours     |
| Purchase Orders | Every 1-2 hours     |
| Orders          | Every 15-30 minutes |
| Demand History  | Weekly              |