### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Articles [![2023 Trends in the E-commerce Industry](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/2023%20trends%20in%20the%20e-commerce%20industry.png "2023 Trends in the E-commerce Industry")](https://www.g2.com/articles/ecommerce-industry-trends-2023) [ ### 2023 Trends in the E-commerce Industry ](https://www.g2.com/articles/ecommerce-industry-trends-2023) This post is part of G2's 2023 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Emily Malis Greathouse, director, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts. [ ![Subhransu Sahu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Subhransu Sahu") SS ](https://learn.g2.com/author/subhransu-sahu) by Subhransu Sahu [![Highlights From the G2 Fall 2022 E-Commerce Reports](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/recap%20ecommerce%20report-GG.jpg "Highlights From the G2 Fall 2022 E-Commerce Reports")](https://www.g2.com/articles/highlights-from-the-g2-fall-2022-e-commerce-reports) [ ### Highlights From the G2 Fall 2022 E-Commerce Reports ](https://www.g2.com/articles/highlights-from-the-g2-fall-2022-e-commerce-reports) The e-commerce software market experienced significant changes in the past quarter caused by market corrections, changes in buyer behavior, and supply chain challenges. To understand how these changes impacted users, I analyzed the most recent G2 e-commerce reports data for fall 2022. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![What Is Social Commerce, and Why We Created a New Category for It](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Social%20commerce%20platforms.jpg "What Is Social Commerce, and Why We Created a New Category for It")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-social-commerce-and-why-we-created-a-new-category-for-it) [ ### What Is Social Commerce, and Why We Created a New Category for It ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-social-commerce-and-why-we-created-a-new-category-for-it) The fact that social media is critical for e-commerce is obvious. There are billions of users on social media platforms, and many of them buy online. It is estimated that the number of social media users worldwide will reach 5.85 billion by 2027. In addition, sellers also use social media to share and promote their products—the value of social commerce sales worldwide is estimated at 2.9 trillion dollars by 2026. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![What Is PIM? The Key to Effective Product Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI027_Learn_Article_Images-What_is_PIM_V1a.png "What Is PIM? The Key to Effective Product Management")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-pim) [ ### What Is PIM? The Key to Effective Product Management ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-pim) In 2008, Steve Jobs confidently dubbed the MacBook Air the “world’s thinnest notebook”.  [ ![Brittany K. King](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Brittany K. King") BKK ](https://learn.g2.com/author/brittany-king) by Brittany K. King [![Hybrid Shopping Trends in 2022](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/hybrid-shopping.jpeg.jpeg "Hybrid Shopping Trends in 2022")](https://www.g2.com/articles/hybrid-shopping-trends-2022) [ ### Hybrid Shopping Trends in 2022 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/hybrid-shopping-trends-2022) This post is part of G2's 2022 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![2021 Trends in E-Commerce and Industry 4.0](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/ecommerce%20and%20industry%204.0%20trends%202021.jpg "2021 Trends in E-Commerce and Industry 4.0")](https://www.g2.com/articles/e-commerce-and-industry-4-0-trends-2021) [ ### 2021 Trends in E-Commerce and Industry 4.0 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/e-commerce-and-industry-4-0-trends-2021) This post is part of G2's 2021 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Michael Fauscette, G2's chief research officer and Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![Why You Need an E-Commerce Strategy and How to Create One](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/were%20open%20sign%20on%20shop%20door.jpg "Why You Need an E-Commerce Strategy and How to Create One")](https://www.g2.com/articles/why-you-need-an-e-commerce-strategy-and-how-to-create-one) [ ### Why You Need an E-Commerce Strategy and How to Create One ](https://www.g2.com/articles/why-you-need-an-e-commerce-strategy-and-how-to-create-one) If you sell online, you surely use an e-commerce platform or shopping cart software to create and manage your online store, track inventory and payments, and maybe personalize your buyers’ shopping experience. But your competitors also use similar tools—so what is your competitive advantage? [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![How to Choose the Best E-Commerce Software for Your Business](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/igor-miske-Px3iBXV-4TU-unsplash.jpg "How to Choose the Best E-Commerce Software for Your Business")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-choose-the-best-e-commerce-software-for-your-business) [ ### How to Choose the Best E-Commerce Software for Your Business ](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-choose-the-best-e-commerce-software-for-your-business) If you are reading this, you have internet access and have probably already tried to buy something online. That's what e-commerce is about, at least from a buyer perspective. When it comes to sellers, things can be a lot more complicated. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu Show More ## Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Glossary Terms [![Versioning](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI039_Versioning_V1a.png "Versioning")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/verisioning) [Versioning](https://www.g2.com/glossary/verisioning) Versioning is the process of assigning unique names or identifiers to manage multiple versions of software. Learn more about versioning, types of versioning schemes, and best practices to follow during a software release. by Keerthi Rangan [![Product Differentiation](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI640_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bproduct_differentiation%5D_V1a.png "Product Differentiation")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-differentiation-definition) [Product Differentiation](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-differentiation-definition) Product differentiation is a group of traits or characteristics distinguishing a product from a similar one on the market. Learn the types and benefits. by Holly Landis ## Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Discussions 0 Question on: Inriver [What does a PIM system do?](/discussions/what-does-a-pim-system-do) What does a PIM system do? Product information is a strategic asset for every enterprise, whether you’re a B2B manufacturer, a B2C brand, or both. Your profitability depends on your ability to provide complete and consistent product information at every touchpoint in the product lifecycle, from sourcing to decommissioning and all points in between. Today’s buyers expect a frictionless, omnichannel purchasing experience on your own digital channels and those of your resale partners. They want easy access to all the data necessary for an informed buying decision. Increasingly, this must include sustainability information on the content and source of your product and its individual components. The value of consistent and reliable product data goes far beyond the initial sale. It’s essential for personalized digital experiences which build buyer loyalty and trust, as well as driving up-sell and cross-sell in the lucrative after-sales market of peripherals and consumables related to your products. Reliable product information is also essential for the teams who install, service, decommission or recycle your products. At the same time, product data has a growing role in corporate compliance, with legislators starting to mandate full traceability of products and components. Product Information Management (PIM) is at the heart of your digital ecosystem. It is a foundational element of your composable technology stack and choosing the right PIM solution is key to centralizing product information, improving business productivity, powering product data syndication, delivering analytical insights, shortening time to value and increasing market responsiveness. Your PIM should be the flexible, accessible, single source of truth for everything product related that can be relied on and used by everyone, both inside and outside your organization. Answered: Anna Sjodahl on October 12, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/what-does-a-pim-system-do/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Inriver [What does a PIM system do?](/discussions/what-does-a-pim-system-do) What does a PIM system do? Product information is a strategic asset for every enterprise, whether you’re a B2B manufacturer, a B2C brand, or both. Your profitability depends on your ability to provide complete and consistent product information at every touchpoint in the product lifecycle, from sourcing to decommissioning and all points in between. Today’s buyers expect a frictionless, omnichannel purchasing experience on your own digital channels and those of your resale partners. They want easy access to all the data necessary for an informed buying decision. Increasingly, this must include sustainability information on the content and source of your product and its individual components. The value of consistent and reliable product data goes far beyond the initial sale. It’s essential for personalized digital experiences which build buyer loyalty and trust, as well as driving up-sell and cross-sell in the lucrative after-sales market of peripherals and consumables related to your products. Reliable product information is also essential for the teams who install, service, decommission or recycle your products. At the same time, product data has a growing role in corporate compliance, with legislators starting to mandate full traceability of products and components. Product Information Management (PIM) is at the heart of your digital ecosystem. It is a foundational element of your composable technology stack and choosing the right PIM solution is key to centralizing product information, improving business productivity, powering product data syndication, delivering analytical insights, shortening time to value and increasing market responsiveness. Your PIM should be the flexible, accessible, single source of truth for everything product related that can be relied on and used by everyone, both inside and outside your organization. Answered: Anna Sjodahl on October 12, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/what-does-a-pim-system-do/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: CSX eCommerce Platform [What is catalog builder?](/discussions/csx-ecommerce-platform-what-is-catalog-builder) What is catalog builder? Catalog management software, or product catalog management software, organizes and consolidates e-commerce product data into a single, digital point of reference (aka a catalog) for both merchant and buyer. The software maintains and stores product information for an e-commerce business. There can be some confusion between Catalog Management and Product Information Management (PIM): the distinction between the two types of software is that Catalog Management software enriches product data by facilitating the editing, adding, and modifying of product information, while PIM software looks at the overall picture, in a more comprehensive capacity. Catalog management ensures the quality of product data, by allowing an admin to update the product data in a catalog, so that customers can make informed buying decisions. The merchant can help online buyers make those decisions by providing details like: product names, product filters, descriptions, prices, and supplier and internal codes. Answered: Jonah Cagley on August 17, 2022 [Your answer](/discussions/csx-ecommerce-platform-what-is-catalog-builder/comments/new?remote=true) - [‹ Prev‹ Prev](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=17) - [1](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources) - [2](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=2) - … - [14](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=14) - [15](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=15) - [16](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=16) - [17](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=17) - 18 - [19](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=19) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/product-information-management-pim/resources?discussions_page=19) ## Product Information Management (PIM) Systems Reports Mid-Market Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Mid-Market Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Product Information Management (PIM) Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report