# How to setup catalog synchronisation

Manage data synchronisation between your Catalog and AB Tasty's recommendation engine.

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### Run synchronization processes

Choose the appropriate sync type:

#### Retrieve CMS data

Retrieves catalog data from the current Catalog integration.<br>

1. Click **RUN** under **Retrieve CMS data**
2. This pulls catalog data from your current Catalog integration
3. Use when you need fresh product data from your e-commerce platform

#### Generate catalog

Generates the catalog from the defined fields mapping based on previously retrieved Catalog data.

1. Click **RUN** under **Generate catalog**
2. Creates the catalog from defined field mappings
3. Based on previously retrieved Catalog data

#### Full synchronization

Combines data retrieval and catalog generation, it resynchronize the whole catalog end-to-end.

1. Click **RUN** under **Full synchronization**
2. Combines data retrieval and catalog generation
3. Resynchronizes the entire catalog end-to-end
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### Monitor sync history

Review the sync log table showing:

* **Status**: Success/failure of each sync
* **Type**: Merchandising deployment or full synchronization
* **Begin/End**: Start and completion timestamps
* **Duration**: Time taken in seconds

Use the eye icon to view detailed information for each synchronization process.

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