What is 'ZIP plus 4' in SAP EIM-DS - Data Services?

ZIP plus 4 - Overview

• Component: EIM-DS

• Component Name: Data Services

• Description: A postal code that consists of both the USPS's 5-digit ZIP Code and the 4-digit add-on code.

ZIP plus 4 - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  ZIP plus 4 is a component of SAP's Enterprise Information Management (EIM) Data Services. It is a data cleansing tool that helps to standardize and validate address data. It uses the US Postal Service's ZIP+4 database to ensure that address data is accurate and up-to-date. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use ZIP plus 4, you must first upload your address data into the EIM-DS Data Services platform. Once the data is uploaded, you can select the ZIP plus 4 option to begin the cleansing process. The tool will then compare your address data against the US Postal Service's ZIP+4 database and make any necessary corrections or updates. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using ZIP plus 4, it is important to ensure that your address data is as accurate as possible before uploading it into the EIM-DS Data Services platform. This will help to ensure that the cleansing process is as efficient as possible. Additionally, it is important to regularly update your address data in order to keep it up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP's EIM-DS Data Services and its components, please visit the SAP website at https://www.sap.com/products/enterprise-information-management/data-services.html. Additionally, for more information on the US Postal Service's ZIP+4 database, please visit their website at https://www.usps.com/zip4/.