Configuration

Once we receive the data feed and successfully import it into the FactFinder setup, we begin configuring FactFinder according to the requirements defined earlier.

The basic configuration establishes initial settings so FactFinder delivers high‑quality results from the start. These settings combine best practices with your input and are tailored to your needs.

To achieve high-quality results, we typically perform the following during basic configuration:

• Optimize your top search terms

• Set field weights (which fields are most relevant for results)

• Configure at least two best‑practice ranking rules

• Set up best‑practice campaigns

• Configure thesaurus, blacklist, and synonym basics

Prepare for configuration

As the product experts, you can assess whether a search result is of high quality or requires refinement. We rely on your input to achieve relevant results. Ideally, please provide the following to set up the basic configuration:

Your top 50 search terms

• Examples: product names, brand names, long‑tail keywords

• Exclude article or ID numbers

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Your most important business rules

• For example: private‑label products to promote, sale items to highlight

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Further details relevant for search results, e.g.:

• List of synonyms

• Redirects for certain search terms

• Other items specific to your domain

Once the basic configuration is established, one of our Business Consultants will provide an overview of the settings and discuss the results with you.