{"id":2175,"date":"2026-03-30T22:49:27","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T20:49:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/combinder.com\/what-is-a-pim-system-explained-simply-for-manufacturers-and-retailers\/"},"modified":"2026-06-18T18:47:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T16:47:56","slug":"what-is-a-pim-system-explained-simply-for-manufacturers-and-retailers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/combinder.com\/en\/what-is-a-pim-system-explained-simply-for-manufacturers-and-retailers\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a PIM system? Explained simply for manufacturers and retailers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What is a PIM system?<\/h1>\n

A PIM<\/a> (Product Information Management) system is a software solution designed for the centralised management, enrichment and distribution of product data. Companies use a PIM to consolidate product information\u2014such as text, images, technical specifications and prices\u2014in one place and distribute it across various channels, such as online shops<\/a>, marketplaces and catalogues. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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What exactly does a PIM do?<\/h2>\n

A PIM system performs three key functions:<\/p>\n