7. Sharing Fields/Boundaries Between Partner Organizations in John Deere Ops Center, DataSync config

Here are the best practices from John Deere about boundaries and operations data management

DataSync Limitations

DataSync only works within a single organization. It can’t automatically merge data from multiple organizations. This means fields or boundaries from a partner’s account won't appear on your monitors unless you take additional steps.

Options for Seeing Partner Fields on Your Monitors

1. Move Your Equipment into the Client’s Organization This allows DataSync to automatically sync all field/boundary data from the client’s account to your equipment.

2. Add the Client’s Fields to Your Organization and Share Them Back This involves manual data management. You’d import or recreate the fields in your account, then grant access back to your partner as needed.

3. Keep Accounts Separate and Share Data Post-Operation

   • Go to Field Analyzer → Share/Export → Work Data → Share Work Data → Select Partner → Submit.

   • This is especially helpful if you just need to send completed work data to the partner’s account.

Best Practices for Common Scenarios

Scenario 1: You Manage All Operations

When your business handles planting, harvesting, or other operations, but a landlord wants access to yield maps:

• Keep the master set of fields in your own organization.

• Give the landlord Locations Level 2 access and use Field Assignment to share selected fields.

• If you don’t want to grant direct access, share the yield data manually after operations.

Scenario 2: You Perform Custom Work on Another Farmer’s Fields

When your sprayer or other equipment needs to use the farmer’s guidance/autopath lines (from planting) without creating duplicates:

1. Move Equipment into the Farmer’s Organization This syncs all boundaries and guidance lines automatically.

2. Have the Farmer Create a Work Plan The farmer adds the boundaries, guidance lines, and products in their account, then exports this Work Plan to your account. From there, transfer it to your equipment.

Critical Notes

• Avoid Duplicate Boundaries Decide who owns the “master” copy. Typically, the field owner’s account is designated as master.

• Leverage Work Plans They function like setup files, bridging data between partner accounts.

• Check Permissions Locations Level 3 and Work Level 2 access help ensure seamless sharing.