# Overview

## What is Struct PIM?

Struct PIM is a flexible platform for managing, structuring, and distributing product information.

It enables teams to model their data, collaborate on enrichment, automate processes, and deliver consistent product data across channels—all from a single system.

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### The core idea

At its core, Struct PIM helps you answer one question:

> **How do we structure and manage our product data so it can be used everywhere?**

To do this, Struct PIM provides a set of building blocks that allow you to:

* Define how your data is structured
* Manage and enrich that data collaboratively
* Control workflows and automation
* Deliver data to channels and external systems

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### How Struct PIM works

Struct PIM is built around four core layers:

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#### **Data Model**

The data model defines how your information is structured.

It includes:

* **Attributes** for storing data
* **Products, variant groups and variants** for representing items
* **Categories and relations** for organizing data
* **Assets (media)** for managing files

This layer acts as the **foundation** of your PIM setup.

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#### **Data Management**

Once your data model is defined, Struct PIM helps you manage and improve your data.

This includes:

* Enriching product information
* Managing multiple languages and markets
* Importing and updating data in bulk
* Ensuring data quality and completeness

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#### **Workflows & Automation**

Struct PIM allows teams to collaborate and control how work is done.

You can:

* Define workflows for processes such as product onboarding
* Assign tasks to users
* Automate actions using business rules
* Track progress and approvals

This ensures that product data is handled consistently across teams.

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#### **Channels & Distribution**

Struct PIM connects your data to where it is needed.

You can:

* Publish product data to channels
* Export data in different formats
* Integrate with other systems using APIs
* Trigger updates using webhooks

This makes Struct PIM a central hub in your data ecosystem.

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### How data flows through Struct PIM

A typical flow looks like this:

1. Define your data model
2. Import or create product data
3. Enrich and validate the data
4. Manage workflows and approvals
5. Publish or integrate with external systems

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Struct PIM supports this entire lifecycle in one platform.
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### Who is Struct PIM for?

Struct PIM is designed for teams working with complex product data, including:

* E-commerce and digital teams
* Product and category managers
* Data managers and operations teams
* Developers and integration specialists

Each role interacts with the system differently, but shares the same underlying data model.

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### Related documentation

* See [Data Model](/fundamental-concepts/data-model.md) to learn how data is structured
* See [Data Management](/fundamental-concepts/data-management.md) to learn how data is maintained
* See [Workflows & Automation](/fundamental-concepts/workflows-and-automation.md) to understand processes
* See [Channels & Distribution](/fundamental-concepts/channels-and-distribution.md) to learn how data is delivered
* See the [Glossary](/glossary/overview.md) for definitions of key terms
* See [Reference](/reference/overview.md) for detailed system behavior

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### A flexible approach

Struct PIM is not a fixed template—it is a flexible system.

This means:

* You define your own data structures
* You adapt workflows to your processes
* You integrate with your existing systems

The platform adapts to your needs, rather than enforcing a rigid model.

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### Summary

Struct PIM is a platform for:

* Structuring product data
* Managing and enriching information
* Controlling workflows and collaboration
* Distributing data across channels and systems

All built around a flexible and scalable data model.

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