Product Management
The Product Management section is the main management area that enables all products uploaded by sellers on the marketplace to be created and managed under a single catalog structure, within the rules defined by the platform. Since the system operates with a single catalog logic, sellers can upload products only through the category structures and data schemas determined by the platform. Thanks to this approach, all product data is collected within a standardized, consistent, and centralized data tree; category confusion, field incompatibilities, and data inconsistencies are prevented.
Within this section, operations such as defining the fields and criteria that sellers will use during product uploads, creating categories and category sets, managing product pools, defining brands, and structuring product–variant relationships are carried out. The Product Management area functions as the central structure that determines which category a product belongs to, which mandatory fields it must be uploaded with, how the variant structure is established, and how the product is represented across the marketplace. In this way, product entry processes on the seller side are kept under control, while listing, operational, and reporting processes proceed on a consistent data structure.
Pools
Pools are structures created by the Console administrator to ensure that sellers upload their products in accordance with defined standards and the correct data structure on the platform. Pools are the area where products are initially created and controlled within the system. Products can be uploaded to this area via SAP integration or through Excel files.
Each pool is created based on a specific category and a data schema linked to that category. On the Pools screen, a new pool (product family) is defined using the Add New Product Family button located in the top right corner. In order to create a new product family and add products to it, selecting a category or subcategory from the list is mandatory. The selected category must be associated with a data schema defined in the system.
If a data schema has not yet been created for the relevant category, a data schema must first be defined and then linked to that category. The data schema definition process is carried out via the Settings > Catalog > Product Families page. On this page, under the Data Schema Fields heading, the required attributes, options, and other field definitions for the relevant product family are configured. These field definitions are created as combinations that differentiate and customize data schemas from one another. Data schemas play a critical role in category creation and in defining product standards.
After all prerequisites are completed and pools are created, the defined product families are listed under the Manage Your Pool List heading. Each product family is displayed together with the total number of products it contains, the categories it is associated with, and its active/passive status. For active product families, if there are products that have not yet passed approval, the label “X Products Pending Approval” is displayed. Additionally, each product family includes a Manage Products button. If the number of products contained in a product family is 0, the Delete Product Family button becomes active alongside the Manage Products button.
When the Manage Products button is clicked, four separate pages are displayed under the heading “View Products in the XXX Pool.” These pages are Pending Approval, Approved, Rejected, and Published. The number of products on each page is shown next to the page title.
The products listed on these pages are displayed in a comprehensive table consisting of the following columns:
-Basic Information (product name, unique product code, Lidia code, seller item code, group code, image code), -Category Information, -Brand Information, -Options, -Attributes, -Other Information (short description, tax rate, product status, pool status, creation date).
On the Pending Approval page, Approve / Reject buttons are available for each product. Products can be approved or rejected individually or in bulk. During the rejection process, one of the system-provided rejection reasons must be selected. These rejection reasons include:
When a product is rejected, it is returned to the seller together with the selected rejection reason.
The tools located in the top right corner of the product management screen allow products within the pool to be filtered by seller, enable selected or all listed products to be exported to Excel format, and allow bulk row deletion via the Bulk Updates button. These features enable product management and approval processes to be carried out efficiently from a single center, while ensuring that data control is scalable and operationally sustainable.
Categories
As mentioned earlier, each pool is based on a specific category and a data schema associated with that category. A category is a hierarchical structure in which products are logically grouped within the marketplace. A properly designed category structure ensures that products are listed in the correct place, filtering and search results function accurately, sellers fill in the correct fields when adding products, and business rules such as campaigns and commissions can be managed on a product group basis.
On the Categories page, a new category can be defined using the Add Category button located in the top-right corner. During this process, the category name is entered, the category is mandatorily matched with a data schema, and optionally a parent category can be selected to create a hierarchical structure. Associating a category with a data schema is mandatory. Within the data schema, attributes and options defined in the system are grouped.
Attribute: Represents the defining characteristic of a product.
Option: Represents the values that affect a product’s variants and pricing.
Attributes are defined under Settings > Catalog > Attributes, and options are defined under Settings > Catalog > Options.
Added categories are listed hierarchically under the Manage Categories section. In this list, the category name, the number of products in the category, the total number of products under parent categories, and the category status are displayed. When navigating to the details of any category, users are presented with a total of eight different sections related to category management.
This section contains the core descriptive information of the category. The category name, category code, integration code, associated data schema, parent category, uploaded visuals (such as a cover image), short and long descriptions, and tag fields are displayed here. All fields can be filled in and existing information can be edited.
Under the Attributes section, predefined attributes and their associated options can be added to the category using the Add New Attribute button. This area is critical for defining how products under the category will be listed and filtered.
This page lists all products offered for sale under the selected category, including their images, product names, and product codes. When clicking on the details of any listed product, the user is redirected to the relevant product detail page under Product Management > Products in the Console’s left-hand menu.
On the Custom Sorting page, products under the category are displayed based on the selected layout type (expanded view, 2-column, 3-column, 4-column, or 5-column view). The order in which products appear on the marketplace can be manually adjusted using drag-and-drop. To change the order of multiple products at once, the CTRL key can be used to make multiple selections.
The Filter Management page is used to configure category-based filters to improve user experience. Filters can be created based on categories, brands, price ranges, attributes, options, and tags. The order of selected filters can be adjusted to determine which filters appear at the top in the marketplace interface.
The Page Management section includes the page name, template, page code, and tag information for the category. Using the Add Section button at the bottom of the page, sections, blocks, and core elements can be added to customize the category page. This structure allows category pages to be managed flexibly in terms of visuals and content.
On the SEO page, the category’s meta title, meta description, and URL information can be configured. This area contributes to improved search engine indexing of category pages and helps increase organic traffic.
Under the Slugs section, the slug information for the category is displayed. This area is used to track and manage category URL structures when needed.
Trademarks
The Trademarks section is the area where the brands associated with products offered for sale on the marketplace, and any existing sub-brand structures, are centrally managed. Through this section, all brands in the system can be defined, edited, ordered, and consistently associated with category and product structures from a single location. Trademark management plays a critical role in ensuring accurate product listings, a reliable filtering experience, the proper organization of category pages, and the healthy operation of campaign setups.
A new trademark can be added to the system using the Add New Trademark button located in the top-right corner of the Trademarks page. During the trademark creation process, the brand name is entered, an optional parent brand is selected if applicable, and a page address (slug) for the brand is defined. This structure allows parent brand–sub-brand relationships to be configured hierarchically. Next to the Add New Trademark button, the Export Data button enables all brands listed in the table to be exported in Excel format; this feature provides convenience for reporting, archiving, and data control processes.
Trademark ordering is not an area that is available by default to all users within the Console. This capability is a feature that can be provided and configured by Lidia management when needed. When the brand ordering feature is activated, the priority order in which brands are listed on the marketplace can be managed, and brand showcase strategies can be shaped accordingly.
Trademarks listed in the table can be deleted; additionally, when navigating to the detail screen of any brand, access to the same eight detail pages explained under the Categories section (Basic Information, Features, Product Management, Custom Ordering, Filter Management, Page Management, SEO, and Page Addresses) is also available through this area.
With this structure, brands are handled in an integrated manner with category, product, filtering, and page management processes, enabling the creation of a consistent, scalable, and manageable brand architecture across the marketplace.
Special Lists
Special Lists are a management area that enables specific product, category, brand, or variant groups to be brought together and presented in line with a particular theme, period, or business objective within the marketplace. This structure allows the creation of special showcase pages such as Year-End Deals, Best Sellers, New Arrivals, and March Campaigns. Through special lists, products can be prioritized independently of the standard category structure, providing users with a more guided and focused shopping experience.
Using the Add New List button located in the top-right corner of the Special Lists page, a new special list can be created by entering a list name and page address. All lists created in this way are displayed under the Special List Management section. When navigating to the detail page of any listed special list, users are presented with a total of eight main sections where the list configuration is managed.
In the first section, Basic Information, fields such as list name, list code, short description, long description, images, and tags are available. This area allows viewing and editing of the core content information of the list. These details define how the list will be presented on the marketplace and which content it will be associated with.
In the second section, List Items, the elements that make up the content of the list are managed. Using the Add New Item button, a single item can be added to the list by selecting a product, category, variant, or brand. During this process, a priority order and active/passive status are defined for each item. Next to the Add New Item button, the Bulk Add Item button allows users to download a sample Excel document provided by the Console, make the necessary edits, and upload it back to the system to add items in bulk. During bulk upload, if the list already contains items, the newly uploaded data replaces the existing items, and only the newly added items are saved.
Using the Export Data button located next to the Bulk Add Item button, selected items or all items within the list can be exported in Excel format. This feature provides convenience for reporting and archiving list content.
For each item listed, information such as priority order, item type, and item name is displayed. By clicking on any item, the content name can be selected and an image can be added. Listed items can be removed from the list when needed or toggled between active and passive states to control their visibility on the marketplace.
The remaining sections on the special list detail screen are Features, Documents, Filter Management, Page Management, SEO, and Page Addresses. These sections function exactly the same as the corresponding structures described in the Categories section. Through these areas, the page structure, filtering options, content components, and SEO settings related to special lists can be managed in detail.
With this structure, special lists become a key component of marketing, showcase, and campaign strategies, enabling products to be presented flexibly and in a controlled manner based on specific scenarios.
Products
The Products section is the area where all products uploaded to the system by sellers are centrally tracked and managed. Products can be added to the system manually via the seller interface, through SAP integration, or by using Excel files. This section ensures that all products available on the marketplace are kept under control in terms of status, content accuracy, and structural consistency.
On the Products screen, main product images, product name, associated brand, associated category, number of variants, product code, and product status are displayed in a single list view. Using the Export Data button located in the top-right corner of the page, selected products or the entire product list can be exported in Excel format. This feature provides convenience for reporting, auditing, and inventory control processes.
When navigating to the detail page of any listed product, a comprehensive detail screen opens where all product-related configurations are managed. This screen consists of multiple sections, each dedicated to a different aspect of product management.
Basic Information The Basic Information section includes the product name, product code, brand, category, tax rate, short description, long description, and tags. All fields except the product code can be edited. This section defines the core descriptive content of the product and the textual information presented to customers on the marketplace.
Variants In the Variants section, all variants associated with the product are listed together with their variant codes. Existing variants can be deleted from this area. Clicking on the details of any variant redirects the user to the corresponding variant detail page under Product Management > Variants in the Console left menu. This structure ensures consistent and centralized management of product–variant relationships.
Attributes
Under the Attributes section, new attributes can be added to the product or its variants from the attributes previously defined in the system. Existing attributes can also be removed when no longer needed. This section is used to manage the technical and distinguishing characteristics of the product.
Related Products
The Related Products section is used to manage relationships between products. By clicking the Add New Product Relationship button, a relationship type is selected from those previously defined under Settings > Catalog > Product Relationships. One or more related products are then selected and linked to the product. This structure supports scenarios such as similar products, complementary products, or alternative product recommendations.
Media Management
The Media Management section is where product images and documents are managed. Product images can be viewed, reordered, their statuses updated, and one image can be selected as the cover image. Using the Add New Image button, image files can be selected via the file explorer and added to the storefront. Similarly, documents can be added using the Add New Document button. Uploaded documents can be viewed, reordered, and their statuses updated as needed.
Page Management, SEO, and Page Addresses
The Page Management, SEO, and Page Addresses sections are used to manage the product’s page structure, content components, and search engine visibility on the marketplace. These sections operate with the same logic and functionality as those used in category and special list management.
Inventory
The final section, Inventory, displays the commercial information related to the product. This includes the seller (merchant) offering the product, variation value, price, and stock information. Inventory data is a critical part of product management for monitoring availability and managing sales readiness.
With this structure, the Products section brings together content, variant, relationship, media, and inventory management in a single center, providing a consistent, controlled, and scalable product management process across the marketplace.
Variants
In the Lidia Commerce infrastructure, the concepts of product and variant are clearly separated. A product represents the main record offered for sale in the system and contains the top-level information shared by all variants. At the product level, information such as product name, brand, category, short and long descriptions, tax rate, and tags is defined. These details are considered common and valid for all variants associated with the product.
A variant represents the sale-specific sub-breakdowns of a product. Variable attributes such as color, size, dimensions, or capacity are managed at the variant level. In Lidia, critical commercial information such as stock, price, barcode, and sales status is defined per variant. This structure allows multiple variants under a single product to be managed independently, enabling more flexible and accurate stock and pricing control. In summary, in Lidia, a product is a single main record, while variants are N individual sales units belonging to that product.
The Variants page is the central area where all variants in the system are listed and managed. On this page, the following information is displayed for each variant in a single list: Product image Variant name Associated brand Associated category Variant code
This listing structure is designed for fast control and operational tracking, especially in large product catalogs.
Using the filtering tools provided on the page, variants can be filtered by:
Brand
Category
Seller
Defined attributes in the system (e.g., color, capacity)
Defined options (e.g., size, dimensions)
This filtering structure enables quick access to the correct variant, particularly in catalogs with a high number of variants.
When navigating to the detail page of any listed variant, a detailed management screen opens where all configurations related to the variant can be managed. This screen follows the same logic as product management but is detailed specifically at the variant level.
On the Basic Information page, fields such as variant name, variant code, associated product code, color information, short description, long description, and tags are displayed. These fields define how the variant is identified and presented on the marketplace.
The other pages available on the variant detail screen are as follows:
Attributes: Used to manage attributes defined specifically for the variant. Technical or distinguishing details that differ from the product level are configured here.
Related Variants: Allows relationships to be established between variants. Alternative or complementary variant scenarios are managed in this section.
Media Management: Used to manage images and documents related to the variant. Image ordering, cover image selection, and status updates are handled here.
Page Management: Used to manage the page structure and content components of the variant on the marketplace.
SEO: Enables variant-level search engine optimization by configuring meta title, meta description, and URL settings.
Slugs: Used to manage the slugs where the variant is published.
Inventory: Contains pricing, stock, seller (merchant), and variation value information related to the variant. All commercial data that directly affects sales is controlled from this page.
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