Integration of GRC Library with Archer using Archer Datafeed Function

This guide outlines the process of integrating GRC Library with Archer through the use of Archer Datafeed function. It is intended for Archer administrators with knowledge of datafeed administration.

Applicable Archer Version: 6.x

1. Go to the Administration Menu.

2. Navigate to Integration -> Data Feeds.

3. Create a New Datafeed.

   • Tab: General:

     • Name: GRC Library Data Feed (Business Process)

     • Alias: [Auto generation by Archer]

     • Description: GRC Library Data Feed (Business Process)

     • Active: Check this checkbox.


       


     • Feed Type: Standard

     • Service Account Name: grclibrary_df

     • Target Application: Business Processes

   • Tab: Source Connection:

     • Transport Method: HTTP Transporter
     • SourceLocale: English (United States)
     • File Type: Single Data File
     • Method: Get
     • Credentials: Anonymous
     • Data Request URI: https://grclibrary.com/demo_xml_business_process.php
     • Proxy Option: No Proxy (If your company’s Archer requires a proxy for Internet access, configure it accordingly)
     • Local Copy Of Source File: Delete

   • Tab: Source Parsing:

     • [System Default Settings]

   • Tab: Source Definition:

     • Click the Import icon to load URL.
     • No Source filter



   • Tab: Data Map:

     • Field Map:
       • Source Field: name to Business Process: Process Name
       • Source Field: description to Business Process: Description


     • Key Field Definition:
       • Reference Field: Business Processes
       • Order 1, Field Name: Process Name

   • Tab: Run Configuration:

     • As not all required fields are mapped, ignore data validation for record creation.
     • Under “Target Record Processing”, check the checkbox “Ignore data validation rules for the target application”.



4. Setup completed.

5. You can now run the datafeed and test loading data to Archer.


   


Business Process (Sample Screenshot)

Remarks:

• This is a system integration demo. Only five random items are available in each connection.
• For full integration testing and complex data integration cases, please contact the platform administrator for further information.