Automotive PIM Software for ACES & PIES Catalog Management
Data accuracy is the backbone of your aftermarket business. DataPoint’s automotive PIM software gives manufacturers, private brands, and distributors the power to manage ACES and PIES data, digital assets, and product information in one centralized platform.
Whether you’re building your first catalog or maintaining thousands of SKUs, our system is designed for the unique demands of the automotive aftermarket.
Why a Generic PIM System Won’t Cut It
Most PIM platforms are built for general eCommerce. The automotive aftermarket is different. It relies on ACES, PIES, VCdb, and Qdb standards, complex fitment logic, and frequent schema updates.
Using spreadsheets or generic tools to manage this data leads to:
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Slow, error-prone updates
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Coverage gaps between ACES and PIES
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Inconsistent XML validation
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Costly delays when sending data to resellers and marketplaces
DataPoint’s PIM platform was purpose-built for this exact problem.
Key Features of DataPoint’s Automotive PIM Platform
Our PIM platform brings together everything you need to manage your catalog efficiently and accurately:
Schema-Aware Catalog Management
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Natively supports ACES and PIES and Auto Care databases
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Automated schema validation and error reporting
Seamless ACES & PIES Synchronization
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Keeps fitment and product data aligned
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Prevents mismatches between ACES applications and PIES attributes
Flexible Data Import & Export
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Supports XML, .csv, and database integration
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Compatible with your existing data sources
Centralized Digital Asset Management
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Manage images, videos, and PDFs alongside your PIES data
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Built for modern eCommerce and distributor requirements
Cloud-Based, Scalable Architecture
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Clean interface for fast edits
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Secure, centralized platform to manage all brands and product lines
PIM Solutions Tailored to Your Business
No two catalogs are the same. That’s why DataPoint offers multiple levels of catalog support, from fully managed services to flexible, in-house control.
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Fully Managed
Let us handle the entire catalog management process — from schema updates to data distribution. Ideal for teams that want to focus on growth, not XML.
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Partial Managed
Partner with our experts. You retain control, and we help maintain data accuracy, handle complex updates, and provide technical support.
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Content Analysis
Get expert insight into your catalog structure. We’ll identify gaps, errors, and opportunities to make your data more market-ready.
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Custom Cataloging
We help you build catalogs from scratch — including ACES mapping, PIES attributes, and validation workflows.
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Integrations
Connect your PIM with eCommerce platforms, marketplaces, or internal systems for smooth data flow.
Benefits of DataPoint’s Automotive PIM
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Accurate Fitment Data: Ensure ACES coverage aligns with PIES content
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Faster Updates: No more manually editing thousands of rows
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Better Compliance: Always aligned with the latest Auto Care standards
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Improved Distributor Relationships: Deliver clean data in the right format
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Scalable Infrastructure: Manage one brand or many in the same system
How DataPoint’s PIM Fits Into Your Workflow
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Import Your Existing Catalog: Start with spreadsheets, XML, or your current system. We normalize and validate your data.
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Schema Alignment: Automatically validate against ACES & PIES schemas to fix issues early.
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Catalog Management & Updates: Use our clean interface or let our team handle it for you.
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Data Distribution: Send clean, compliant data to your distributors, resellers, or internal tools.
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Analytics & Monitoring: Use Clarity Analytics to monitor coverage, identify gaps, and track performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does DataPoint support multiple brands and product lines?
A: Yes. Our PIM system was designed to handle multi-brand catalogs, with separate ACES and PIES data sets under one roof.
Q: Can I integrate DataPoint PIM with my existing systems?
A: Yes. We offer flexible integration options via XML, CSV, and API, ensuring smooth data flow into eCommerce platforms or internal databases.
Q: What if my data isn’t in ACES or PIES format yet?
A: No problem. We work with many companies transitioning from spreadsheets or legacy databases. We help you map and normalize data into proper schema.
Q: How long does onboarding take?
A: Most companies are fully up and running in a few weeks, depending on catalog complexity. We provide structured onboarding to make it smooth.
Q: Is this only for manufacturers?
A: No. We work with manufacturers, private brands, importers, and distributors — anyone managing automotive catalog data.
Ready to Transform Your Catalog?
Stop wasting time wrestling with spreadsheets or generic tools.
DataPoint’s PIM platform is designed to manage ACES and PIES data, automate validation, and scale with your business.