What is Change Data Capture (CDC)?

Change Data Capture identifies, tracks, and captures product data changes in real time. In PIM, CDC ensures that updates, whether new attributes, price changes, or corrections, are instantly shared with connected systems. This reduces delays, prevents inconsistencies, and supports dynamic omnichannel operations.

CDC identifies inserts, updates, and deletions so processing can focus on what changed. For example, an autonomous product data operation could take a change event for one product's dimensions, identify the affected record and trigger targeted validation, and avoid reprocessing the entire catalog.