### 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 [Choosing the Best Product Information Management Software – Let’s Discuss!](/discussions/choosing-the-best-product-information-management-software-let-s-discuss) Hi everyone! I’m helping a group of professionals evaluate [Product Information Management (PIM)](https://www.g2.com/categories/product-information-management-pim) solutions to streamline how they organize, enrich, and distribute product data across channels. With so many options available, I’d love to tap into the G2 community’s expertise 🙌 Below are 5 top-rated PIM tools I came across. I’d really appreciate your insights—have you used any of these? What worked well (or didn’t)? Any hidden gems we should consider? [**Plytix**](https://www.g2.com/products/plytix-cloud-pim-dam/reviews) A user-friendly PIM + DAM built for SMBs—affordable, quick to onboard, and includes unlimited users in all plans. [**Akeneo**](https://www.g2.com/products/akeneo-pim/reviews) Flexible and scalable, offering both open-source and enterprise editions with strong data governance and API capabilities. [**Sales Layer**](https://www.g2.com/products/sales-layer-pim-2025-04-09/reviews) Cloud-based PIM with fast setup, intuitive UX, and automated data sync across sales platforms. [**Pimberly**](https://www.g2.com/products/pimberly-saas-pim-dam/reviews) Robust SaaS PIM & DAM platform with advanced workflows, ideal for growing product catalogs and omnichannel needs. [**inRiver**](https://www.g2.com/products/inriver-pim/reviews) Enterprise-grade PIM designed to handle complex product data structures with strong analytics and syndication tools. Have you had experience with any of these tools? Please share your thoughts or recommend other great platforms we should explore. Thanks in advance! Picked these softwares based on the information provided on G2. Sharing the source for more information https://www.g2.com/categories/product-information-management-pim Answered: Sujith Nair on May 12, 2025 [Your answer](/discussions/choosing-the-best-product-information-management-software-let-s-discuss/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Akeneo PIM [What is a PIM software?](/discussions/what-is-a-pim-software) What is a PIM software? A PIM software, or Product Information Management software, is a tool designed to centralize and manage all the information related to a company's products in one place. It provides a structured and organized system for storing and distributing product data, such as descriptions, images, specifications, pricing, and inventory levels, across various channels. PIM software enables businesses to efficiently handle large volumes of product information and maintain consistency and accuracy across multiple platforms, including e-commerce websites, marketplaces, print catalogs, and mobile applications. It streamlines the process of updating and syndicating product data, ensuring that accurate and up-to-date information is readily available to customers, partners, and internal teams. Key features of PIM software often include: 1. Centralized Product Database: A PIM software acts as a central repository where all product information is stored, allowing easy access and management of data. 2. Data Enrichment: PIM systems enable users to enrich product information by adding attributes, categorizing products, and attaching media files like images and videos. 3. Data Synchronization: PIM software ensures consistency by synchronizing product data across various channels, eliminating manual data entry and reducing errors. 4. Workflow and Collaboration: PIM tools often include features that enable teams to collaborate on product data, assign tasks, track changes, and maintain data integrity throughout the workflow. 5. Channel Integration: PIM software integrates with multiple channels, such as e-commerce platforms, marketplaces, and content management systems, to automate the process of product information distribution. 6. Localization and Globalization: PIM systems often support multilingual capabilities, allowing businesses to manage product information for different regions and adapt it to specific markets. Implementing a PIM software solution can enhance operational efficiency, reduce time-to-market, improve data accuracy, and deliver a consistent and compelling product experience across various sales channels. If you are looking for more in depth answer then please visit this useful resource on Product Information Management (PIM) https://apimio.com/what-is-pim/ Answered: abdul rehman on June 1, 2023 Thanks for asking! Here's a great resource defining what a PIM is and it's value. https://www.akeneo.com/what-is-a-pim/ If you're interested in learning if a PIM makes sense for you and your company, as part of your Product Experience Management journey, here's a quiz you can take too with some actionable insights and takeaways! https://www.akeneo.com/pxm-maturity-path/ Answered: Linda Hernandez on June 29, 2022 A PIM software, or Product Information Management system, is a centralized platform that helps businesses collect, manage, and distribute rich product content across all sales and marketing channels. It acts as a single source of truth for all product-related data — including names, descriptions, technical specs, media assets, pricing, translations, and more — ensuring consistency and accuracy at every customer touchpoint. PIM software is particularly valuable for companies that manage large and complex product catalogs across multiple sales channels or regions. It streamlines product data workflows, supports team collaboration, and integrates with e-commerce platforms, marketplaces, ERPs, and other tools. Key benefits of PIM software include: Centralized product data hub: All your product info in one organized place. Data quality control: Ensure accurate, complete, and up-to-date product content. Multi-channel distribution: Seamlessly push product data to websites, marketplaces, print catalogs, and mobile apps. Faster time to market: Launch products and campaigns more efficiently. Localization support: Easily manage translations and regional differences for global markets. PIM helps businesses scale their product operations, improve product experience, and drive higher conversion rates by delivering consistent, compelling product content everywhere it matters. Want to see how it fits your needs? Learn more at https://www.ergonode.com/ Answered: Michał Glinka on July 21, 2025 [See more answers (2)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-a-pim-software/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: PIMworks [What is an effective way to update the master channel, additional channel and update product data?](/discussions/what-is-an-effective-way-to-update-the-master-channel-additional-channel-and-update-product-data) So far, there is not an effective way to manage data within the master channel, update in a new channel, and send that channel to an API. These steps are all three individual processes and there if there was a better way to do that, by somehow creating a 'workflow', that would be great. Thanks for the valuable question. We had designed the processes to provide more flexibility to the catalog creation, enrichment, and syndication process. While we have defined workflow for the enrichment process, we understand custom workflows are required for multiple scenarios. We are currently working on building a custom workflow management module and we can engage more with you to refine that with your use cases. 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