Streamlining ACES and PIES Management: How PIM Enhances Data Accuracy and Compliance

In the automotive aftermarket industry, data management in ACES (Aftermarket Catalog Exchange Standard) and PIES (Product Information Exchange Standard) formats is essential to facilitate seamless communication among manufacturers, distributors, and vendors.

However, dealing with the complexity of product information can be overwhelming. Enter Product Information Management (#PIM) systems to facilitate ACES and PIES data management.

The challenge of managing ACES and PIES

#ACES and #PIES have been established to standardize the exchange of automotive packaging and product information throughout the automotive aftermarket. However, many businesses struggle with:

• Complex data requirements: The ACES and PIES standards require extensive product quality, consistency, and specifications, often spanning thousands of SKUs.
• Manual data entry errors: Manual use of ACES and PIES data increases the risk of inaccuracies, resulting in inventory problems, delays, and dissatisfied customers
• Compliance and updates: The automotive industry is constantly evolving, with frequent innovations in manufacturing, installation, and compliance requirements.

Without robust systems for managing ACES and PIES data, companies may struggle to remain compliant, provide accurate product information, and optimize their sales channels.

How does PIM increase data accuracy and compliance

Implementing a PIM framework simplifies complex #ACES and #PIES data management by integrating all material information into a single source of truth. Here’s how PIM keeps data accurate and compliant:

• Centralized data management: PIM collects, stores, and manages product information in a centralized location, eliminating inconsistencies and errors across departments and processes
• Automated data mapping: With pre-defined templates in ACES and PIES formats, the PIM system automatically maps data to required standards, reducing the possibility of manual errors
• Real-time updates: Any changes in vehicle compatibility, product, or regulatory requirements can be instantly updated in the PIM system, ensuring compliance at sites all of which are touched
• Seamless data integration: PIM provides efficient data integration across multiple sales channels, ensuring that distributors, vendors, and partners share accurate ACES and PIES information in real-time.
• Improved compliance: By ensuring data integrity and accuracy, PIM helps businesses stay compliant with the evolving standards of the automotive aftermarket industry

For businesses that want to scale up in the automotive space, PIM provides the foundation to manage product data and stay ahead of compliance requirements effectively.

Introducing DRIVE by Credencys

At Credencys Solutions Inc. , we have designed DRIVE, a powerful PIM solution designed to streamline manufacturing data management, including ACES and PIES standards. Powered by Syndigo DRIVE enables businesses to create responsive and flexible data management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and size.

Want to see how DRIVE can transform your ACES and PIES management? Learn more about DRIVE here.

Streamlining your ACES and PIES data management is not just about staying compliant—it’s about positioning your business for growth in a highly competitive automotive aftermarket. With the right PIM solution, you can optimize product information workflows, improve customer satisfaction, and drive sales.