We have already explained what a PIM system can do in this article.
Here again the most important functions are summarized:
- Collect all product data from different sources
- Enriching the data with additional information up to the “Golden Record”
- Export of high-quality information to different channels and media
- Export to various file formats such as BMECat
- Automated connection to online marketplaces
- Translation of product information into different languages
An ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software consists of several modules. It serves the planning and control of processes that arise in companies. Various business applications and operating data are stored in a central database, communicate with each other and are processed from there.
The most important functions of an ERP system:
- Warehousing and control of purchasing
- Everything related to order processing
- CRM – Sales and Customer Management
- Human resources (onboarding processes)
In summary, an ERP system displays information on materials management, production planning and controlling, finance and accounting. This enables ERP systems to map complex processes.