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Create a Segment from a Data Kit

Instead of creating a segment from scratch in Data 360, use a predefined segment from a data kit. You can edit and fine-tune the segment.

Required Editions

Available in: All Editions supported by Data 360. See Data 360 edition availability.
Permission Sets Needed
To create a segment:

Any one of these permission sets:

  • Data Cloud Architect
  • Data Cloud Activation Manager
  • Data Cloud Activation Specialist
  1. In Data Cloud, click Segments.
  2. Click New.
  3. Select Create from a Data Kit, and click Next.
  4. Select a data kit and a predefined segment.
    If the segment has a child segment or calculated insight, make sure that the API name is the same as this segment.
  5. Click Next.
  6. Enter the segment details.
    1. Select a data space.
    2. For Segment On, select a data model object (DMO).
      If you’re using a non-unified object, such as Account or Contact, the object is already chosen.
    3. Give your segment a unique, recognizable name and enter an optional description.
    4. Click Next and check the dependencies.
      If the segment has dependency errors, contact your admin.
  7. Select a publish type and schedule.
  8. Click Save.