Models

Models are used as the security layer protecting your data and tying all OdataLink functionality together.

Each model has a unique Model Code which forms part of the OData Feed URLs.

Models are used to control:

• which users can access the model;
• to which data files users will have access;
• to which endpoints users will have access;
• secure which IP Addresses are valid to access this data;

We recommend you create a new model each time these requirements differ.

Each different type of data file requires a different type of model:

• MYOB Models
• Xero Accounting Models
• Xero Assets Models
• Xero Files Models
• Xero Payroll (Australia) Models
• Xero Payroll (New Zealand) Models
• Xero Payroll (UK) Models
• Xero Projects Models
• Xero Practice Manager Models

Examples

You could create different models for Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables or Payroll staff. Doing so would ensure that sales staff cannot see sensitive payroll information.

Related Topics

• Configuring models
• When to create a new Model
• Data files
• Endpoints
• IP addresses