What is Reconciliation?
It is the process of comparing two separate sets of records to ensure they are consistent, accurate, and in agreement.
How it works:
• You take data from two different sources (Source A and Source B).
• Match entries line-by-line based on a common identifier.
• Flag any "orphans" (entries that exist in one list but not the other).
• Check if the specific values for matching entries are identical.
• Resolve differences until the final balances match.
Problem it solves:
It prevents data "drift" where systems show conflicting information. It catches missing entries, duplicate records, and human or system errors that lead to incorrect totals.
Use case:
If System X logs 10 completed tasks but System Y only shows 8, reconciliation identifies the 2 missing logs so they can be added to keep both systems synced.
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