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Sourcing Utilities

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5 Jan 2026

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Overview

The `util-sourcing` library is a comprehensive collection of utility functions designed to minimize the overhead and complexity of writing sourcing logic in your Fluent Commerce rules.

Detailed Technical Description

Usage

Features

Manage Sourcing Profiles
  • Create, update, activate, get, and search Sourcing Profiles
  • Configure Default Network, Virtual Catalog, and Max Split values for Sourcing Strategies
  • Reference Sourcing Profiles directly within Workflows
Configure Sourcing Strategies
Sourcing Conditions and Criteria Library
  • Expandable library with predefined functions
  • Built-in configuration parameters:
    • Path
    • Operators (e.g., equals, greaterThan)
    • Condition Scope (e.g., ALL, ANY)
    • Bands
    • Thresholds
  • Support for custom Sourcing Conditions and Criteria via partner extensions
Sourcing Logic Evaluation and Execution
  • Evaluates Sourcing Strategies based on defined Priority
  • Skips inactive or conditionally inapplicable Sourcing Strategies
  • Applies Sourcing Criteria in sequence - each serving as a tie-breaker to rank fulfillment Location options
Partial Fulfillments and Re-Sourcing
Framework Usability and Extensibility
  • Dedicated UX for both technical and business users
  • Transparent configuration and visibility into decision-making
  • Support for partner-developed custom logic and extensions
Capability type:Tool

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