Catalog
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The Catalog section within the PIM system is designed to organize, manage, and structure product data efficiently. It includes six key areas:
Pools
Categories
Trademarks
Lists
Products
Variants
Each of these sections plays a crucial role in structuring and maintaining product information.
The Pools section allows users to create product groups by defining specific categories related to them. It serves as a structured data repository where products are classified based on their relevance.
Pools can group products by characteristics such as material type, product usage, or function.
Helps in bulk management and categorization of large datasets.
Each pool can have multiple associated categories.
Users can view, update, and manage product pools easily.
Example: A "Bathroom Accessories" pool might contain related categories like mirrors, soap dispensers, and towel holders.
The Categories section enables users to classify products into hierarchical groups for better organization.
Categories allow for structuring products based on shared attributes.
Each category can contain subcategories, making navigation and filtering easier.
Users can view details such as total products, active status, and assigned subcategories.
Categories are essential for product discoverability in e-commerce platforms.
Example Category Structure:
Electronics
Laptops
Mobile Phones
Televisions
Home & Living
Furniture
Kitchen Appliances
Home Decor
Categories ensure that products are well-organized and easy to find, improving usability for both customers and administrators.
The Trademarks section is responsible for managing brands and manufacturers associated with products.
Each trademark (brand) can be assigned to multiple products.
The system allows creating, editing, and deleting trademarks.
Products under each trademark are listed and categorized.
Sub-trademarks can be managed under parent brands.
Example:
Trademark: Apple
Products: iPhones, MacBooks, iPads
Trademark: Samsung
Products: Galaxy Phones, Smart TVs, Refrigerators
This section helps maintain brand identity and consistency across the product catalog.
The Lists section is used for custom product groupings based on business needs.
Users can create custom lists for specific marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions, or internal tracking.
Lists can contain selected products, categories, or variants.
Helps in efficiently managing exclusive product collections within the system.
Example Lists:
"Best Sellers" – Featuring the top-selling products.
"Holiday Specials" – Seasonal discounts and limited-time products.
This feature is useful for e-commerce marketing and inventory planning.
The Products section is where all product information is stored and managed.
Users can view, edit, and delete products.
Products can be assigned categories, trademarks, prices, and media assets.
Allows bulk product imports and exports.
Supports product relationships (e.g., main product and accessories).
Each product has the following main data sections:
Main Information
Variants
Properties
Related Products
Media Management
Pricing
This section ensures that products are structured and enriched with relevant data for sales and marketing.
The Variants section manages product variations such as different sizes, colors, or materials.
Each product can have multiple variants grouped under it.
Variants share common attributes with the main product but have unique identifiers.
Useful for products that have multiple configurations.
Supports bulk updates and filtering by trademark, category, and status.
Example:
Product: Running Shoes
Variant 1: Size 9, Red
Variant 2: Size 10, Blue
Variant 3: Size 11, Black
The Variants section helps streamline product customization and inventory management.
