IM Relationship Resolution Information Center, Version 4.2

Name precision

Name precision is the scoring process used by entity resolution to determine whether two compared names represent the same name.

Name precision scoring is based on the use of one of two possible algorithms.

Each algorithm has its own set of name matching criteria that are available for configuration as part of configuring resolution rules.

Either of these algorithms will work with the Name Manager feature. Name Manager is a separately purchasable feature that extends name matching to include additional matching capabilities based on unique cultural considerations.

Comparison considerations

Name Comparator 1.0 is the default setting for upgraded installations from version 3.9.0 and earlier. Name Comparator 2.0 is the default setting for upgraded installations from version 3.9.1 and later and for new installations.

When considering which algorithm is best suited to your needs, consider the advantages each algorithm offers.

Name Comparator 1.0:
  • Requires less CPU usage resulting in faster performance
  • Allows more precise understanding of why names match
Name Comparator 2.0:
  • Handles names consisting of more than three words better
  • Matches out-of-order words better
  • Performs fuzzy matching better
  • Matches names of organizations better
  • Handles initials better


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Last updated: 2009