This article explains how the Chamber of Commerce advanced connection works in Tribe CRM and how it keeps your organisation data up to date. It describes what the module does, how imports are handled, and how updates are processed. You will also learn which data is updated and how to activate the module. By following this guide, you will understand how to use this connection to maintain accurate and current organisation records.
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What Does The Chamber Of Commerce Advanced Module Do?
Why Or When Should You Use It?
How Does The Import Of Chamber Of Commerce Files Work?
How Are Updates Processed?
What Data Is Updated?
How Do I Activate The Chamber Of Commerce Advanced Module?
What Does The Chamber Of Commerce Advanced Module Do?
The Chamber of Commerce advanced module keeps organisation data in Tribe CRM aligned with the latest available Chamber of Commerce records. Companies change regularly: new businesses are registered, others move, merge, or stop trading. This module updates those changes in Tribe, helping you maintain accurate records without manual checks.
The advanced module only works when the Chamber of Commerce basic module is also active. Not every organisation in Tribe is automatically updated. An organisation must be registered for updates. This happens in two ways:
When an organisation is created by searching directly in the Chamber of Commerce, it is automatically registered for updates.
When organisations are added through a Chamber of Commerce import, they are automatically registered.
Organisations created manually, without using the Chamber of Commerce search or import, are not registered for updates.
Why Or When Should You Use It?
You should use the Chamber of Commerce advanced module when you rely on up-to-date business information. It is especially helpful if you work with a large number of organisations and need their details to stay accurate. This module reduces manual checks and helps prevent outdated records.
How Does The Import Of Chamber Of Commerce Files Work?
Imports use a profile to determine which organisations are relevant to your business. A profile filters organisations based on specific criteria. This ensures only relevant companies are added to Tribe.
Profiles are usually built using:
Postcode ranges – Used to select organisations in specific geographical areas.
SBI codes – Used to include or exclude organisations based on industry classification.
For example, if you want organisations in Den Bosch that operate in sports-related activities, your profile might include:
Postcodes between 5200 and 5500
SBI codes 4500 and 4501
When new organisations in the Chamber of Commerce meet your profile criteria, they appear on the Chamber of Commerce import page and are ready for processing.
If you want to request an import, contact our sales team. We need the following information:
Confirmation that both the basic and advanced Chamber of Commerce modules are active
The Tribe environment where the import should take place
The organisation type to use (for example, customer or prospect)
The profile details, such as postcode ranges and SBI codes
Once this information is confirmed, we create a test selection. When the numbers are correct, the import is prepared and made available on the import page.
Note: An import selection should contain a reasonable number of organisations. In practice, this is between 1,000 and 20,000 records. Larger selections can reduce data quality, so filters may be adjusted to narrow the scope.
How Are Updates Processed?
You can review all updates on the Chamber of Commerce import page.
To open this page:
Open Configuration.
Select Chamber Of Commerce.
The following types of updates are shown:
Updates – Changes to existing organisations, such as address or name updates. You can review and accept these changes.
Removed – Organisations that are no longer active, bankrupt, or dissolved. When accepted, these are marked as former in Tribe.
New – New organisations that match your profile. These can be added to Tribe.
Did you know?
We receive Chamber of Commerce updates every Friday afternoon. This includes new, changed, and dissolved organisations, with an average of around 25,000 updates per week.
What Data Is Updated?
The Chamber of Commerce advanced connection updates the following fields:
Company name
Website
General phone number
Visiting address
Postal address
Business activity (primary SBI code and description)
Number of employees
Chamber of Commerce number
Establishment number
Founding date
RSIN number
Legal form
The following are not included:
Linking existing organisations created before activating the advanced module
Data enrichment of existing records
Contact persons
Compatibility with the PerfectView CRM Online import tool
How Do I Activate The Chamber Of Commerce Advanced Module?
Administrators can activate the module directly from account settings.
Click the Organisation Icon in the top-right corner of the blue bar.
Select Account Settings.
Click Add/Remove Modules.
Enable Chamber Of Commerce (Advanced).
Confirm by selecting Get Started.
Check that the Chamber Of Commerce Basic Module is also active.
Both modules must be enabled for updates to work.
Quick Summary
The Chamber of Commerce advanced connection keeps your organisation data in Tribe CRM aligned with official records. It automatically processes updates, removals, and new organisations based on your selected profile. By activating and configuring this module, you can maintain accurate and current business data with minimal manual effort.