PIM solutions act as the hub of product information, pushing the data listed out to different sales channels.
Pricing: Syndigo does not provide public pricing information. Reach out to Syndigo directly for a pricing quote.
Pricing: Catsy does not provide public pricing information. You’ll need to reach out to Catsy directly for a pricing quote.
What is product information management (PIM)?
Informatica’s master data management (MDM) platform offers a comprehensive, holistic hub of information taken from across a retailer’s channels and platforms.
What is PIM software?
Features:
Pimcore is an open-source, consolidated, enterprise digital platform made up of Product Information Management (PIM), Master Data Management (MDM), Digital Asset Management (DAM), and ecommerce tools.
Riversand’s data management tools make up-to-date product information available for all types of retail businesses, from sales and merchandising to accounting, IT, and more. The enterprise software solution manages workflows from the initial product creation through marketing and final sale.
- Core product data (Product name, title, description)
- Product attributes (SKU, cost, pricing)
- Product specifications (e.g., dimensions, warranty and packaging info, etc.)
- Product-related metrics
- Product listing copy, assets, and media
- Supplier information
- Multi-language content
- Channel-specific information (Amazon, Shopify, etc.)
- Store-specific information (POS registers, product catalogs)
In this article, we’ll cover what PIM software is, why product information management is so important, and 10 of the best PIM tools to choose from for your business.
The 10 best PIM software solutions
Who it’s for: Between the Community and Enterprise editions, Akeneo has something for almost everyone looking for a PIM solution.
Who it’s for: Agility is a good fit for both B2C and B2B retailers looking for a customizable data management solution. Retailers who need a lot of visibility on performance and financial data would also benefit from Agility.
Features:
1. Akeneo
Who it’s for: Catsy is built specifically for small- to mid-sized manufacturers.
Features:
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Centralize all product information in one place
- Distribute product data across multiple channels
- Rule and validation workflow creation for supplier data
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Real-time collaboration allows you to see when teammates update product data
- Unlimited users, workflows, channels, and storage
- Support for multiple languages
- One-click reminders to request product data or images from your suppliers or teammates
- Scalable platform
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Multi-region coverage supporting multiple languages, currencies, and classifications are simple
- Support for e-catalogs and print media
- Automated workflows and business processes
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Direct and bulk editing of product data
- Import and export functions
- Unlimited custom attributes
- Product feed creation (XML, CSV, XLSX)
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Extensions for Magento-based stores
- Supplier onboarding tools to improve information quality and reduce errors
- Enhanced search capabilities and query building
- Planner app for future campaigns, promotions, and product launches
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Highly scalable
- Connectivity with enterprise systems such as CRMs, ERPs, ESBs, BIs, or 3rd party applications.
- User-specific dashboards
- Built-in style editors, snippets, widgets, and responsive design
- Google Webmasters and Analytics integrations
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Centralized product content hub
- Ability to link product information and digital assets
- Easily create, import, and share retailer- and distributor-ready content
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Contextual views let you customize and adapt data to each specific channel
- Integrates easily with existing ecommerce platforms
- Workflow and process automation
- Real-time financial and performance analytics
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- On the Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN) network and GS1-certified
- Support for industry-specific data, such as deep nutrition information and automotive requirements
- Transparent price synchronization
- Enhanced product content and rich media
Who it’s for: inRiver is designed for both B2B and B2C retailers. It’s ideal for any business with lots of product data across multiple channels, specifically those with a lot of online consumer participation.
- Configurable task- and role-based user interfaces
- Integrated with major systems including HCL Commerce, Oracle ATG Web Commerce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Google, Amazon, Intershop Commerce Suite, and more
- Self-service portal for supplier onboarding
- Digital asset management with fully-automated data processing capabilities
Who it’s for: Informatica is best for B2C retailers who want to improve their product data accuracy and simplify their supplier onboarding process.
We live in an omnichannel world. Today’s consumers browse and shop across channels and marketplaces. For retailers, selling across multiple channels and marketplaces requires product information management systems to reliably store, upload, and manage products across feeds.
