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Braun demonstrates how Syndigo’s new priint app, as an interface to priint:cloud, enables data-driven product publications – both on demand and pre-generated, from a business and technical perspective.":1,"#The Product Experience Readiness Kit includes a checklist, a template for your planning, and an overview of the various maturity levels. Simply click on the corresponding button to receive your copy of the <strong ljsid-1=\"\">“PXM Readiness Kit”</strong>.<a ljsid-3=\"\"></a><a ljsid-4=\"\"></a><a ljsid-5=\"\"></a><a ljsid-6=\"\"></a>":1,"#Please click below to connect to your copy of the “<strong ljsid-1=\"\">eBook –</strong> <strong ljsid-3=\"\">Top 5 Steps to Prepare for the Digital Product Passport ”</strong> report now.<a ljsid-5=\"\"></a>":1,"#Get to know our versatile solutions by joining our exclusive session hosted in partnership with Advellence and our joint customer B.Braun.":1,"#Our <a ljsid-1=\"\">Gestion des données de référence (MDM)</a> solution is an essential tool for organizations that need help effectively managing their sustainability data. Syndigo MDM provides a centralized platform that consolidates all sustainability-related data, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the entire organization. By offering a unified hub, it eliminates the silos that often lead to data discrepancies and inefficiencies, while streamlining the collection and integration of sustainability data from various sources. Whether the data comes from suppliers, internal operations, or external monitoring tools, it simplifies the process through automation, reducing manual effort and minimizing the risk of errors associated with manual data entry.":1,"#For more than 50 years, OBI GmbH & Co. Deutschland KG<strong ljsid-1=\"\"> </strong>(OBI) has been an iconic part of the international “Do it Yourself” (DIY) landscape, helping customers create a more beautiful home. As a friendly, family-oriented retailer, they support home improvement projects ranging from garden design and bathroom planning to repairs, tool selection, and year-round flowering plants. They operate in 644 locations (with 348 stores in Germany) and employ 40,000 people across 10 countries. The company generated €8.2 billion in revenue in 2024 (€4.2 billion from Germany) and enjoys 93% brand recognition in Germany.":1,"#Go beyond basic product descriptions with <a ljsid-1=\"\">Contenu enrichi</a>. You can include more information for consumers about product lifecycle, environmental impact, sourcing, and compliance with global sustainability standards. By providing this comprehensive content, organizations can tell their complete sustainability story with confidence and authority. This detailed approach enables businesses to differentiate themselves in an increasingly eco-conscious marketplace where consumers expect unprecedented levels of transparency about the products they purchase, making enhanced sustainability content not just a nice-to-have, but a competitive necessity.":1,"#Sales growth driven by improved content management":1,"#From an economic perspective, the costs do not arise from a single failed project. They result from maintaining fragmented data structures over time. Every manual correction, every reconciliation cycle, and every delayed decision ties up expertise that could otherwise drive growth or innovation.":1,"#Product launches delayed due to incomplete or conflicting data":1,"#The Importance of Online Information for Purchase Decisions and Shopping Experiences":1,"#As shopper expectations evolve, organizations must manage product information and digital assets to go beyond traditional product data management and focus on delivering exceptional product experiences.":1,"#Organizations today are rapidly adopting Product Information Management (PIM) solutions to keep up with consumer demand, the complexity of managing data across the supply chain, and eCommerce data distribution.":1,"#ECC Köln and Syndigo":1,"#Peter Flory":1,"#Whether online or at the point of sale, today’s customers expect product information that is complete, consistent, and engaging. Digital touchpoints have become a key driver of in-store purchases: many consumers research products online well before visiting a store. Once there, most continue to use their smartphones to compare prices, access additional product details, or manage loyalty programs—across industries.":1,"#syndigo@walkersands.com":1,"#Key Findings of the Study":1,"#The „Click & Buy vs. Brick & Buy“ study reveals how digital information, social media, and the use of smartphones and QR codes influence consumer behavior in brick-and-mortar retail—and why content quality and seamless touchpoint integration are key drivers of conversion and sales.":1,"#Across industries, Instagram is the most-used source of inspiration before a purchase; TikTok is gaining particular traction in beauty and cosmetics.":1,"#CASE STUDIES":1,"#<em ljsid-0=\"\">Request a demo to</em> En savoir plus":1,"#<a ljsid-0=\"\">www.gs1uk.org</a> / @gs1uk":1,"#Mark Chesney":1,"#alexander.cox@gs1uk.org":1,"#Mark.chesney@syndigo.com":1,"#Downlaod the Report":1,"#Digital Product Communication Expert":1,"#Syndigo GEO":1,"#Eleva tu Anaquel Digital: Desbloquea el Poder de la Analítica de Syndigo":1,"#The move affirms Syndigo’s leadership position in the foodservice industry as the premier Product Experience Management (PXM) provider, enabling industry-standard distribution of data to distributors, as well as e-commerce-ready content and digital marketing assets for publishing across distributor networks and to digital foodservice platforms.":1,"#With more than 20 years’ experience in hospitality and foodservice distribution, DiLorenzo will support the growing industry focus on e-commerce and the need for better-quality product information and more digital assets.":1,"#“Kate’s industry experience, along with her expertise in both product content and global data standards uniquely qualify her to guide Syndigo’s evolution in the market,” said Derek Dean, Syndigo President –Americas. “Kate has proven success across business transformation initiatives, IT strategic planning, and change management, both as a practitioner and as a business partner to manufacturers, brands, and distributors.”":1,"#Do you market your brands and products across multiple industries? CXH spans industry verticals including grocery, CPG, pet, foodservice, home improvement, apparel, automotive and other hardlines, so you can rest assured that your content will be formatted to the appropriate guidelines for your industry, from ACES and PIES to":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">91% </strong>of consumers abandon a purchase if product information is missing.":1,"#Purchase decisions now happen everywhere—online, offline, and on the go.":1,"#Syndigo has a history of leadership in data and product content for distributor partners, spanning several heritage companies including Attribytes, edgenet, FSEnet, and Gladson. The combined Syndigo offering builds on the global data synchronization network (GDSN) standards, by incorporating workflows and scorecarding, digital shelf analytics, dynamic rich media widgets for recipient websites, and Master Data Management (MDM). “With Kate leading our Foodservice practice, we will further enable our clients to go beyond the traditional supplier-distributor interface for content syndication":1,"#Digital Customer Experience is ‘The “Must Win” Battleground’":1,"#Having access to information in today’s consumer goods world is not much of a challenge. Finding the right information, at the right time, however, is.":1,"#According to the study, when organizations need to build their online businesses, it’s the customer experience that gains greater importance. And the real-life laboratory to study the impact of digital transformation happened globally in 2020.":1,"#We recently surveyed global product content leaders to find out what they thought about the customer experience (CX) and digital transformation around product content, as well as their business priorities to grow. We commissioned Forrester Consulting* for this study.":1,"#Get actionable insights to improve content quality, channel consistency, and PIM processes in measurable ways.":1,"#Discover how smartphones and QR codes support shoppers at the shelf—and how to turn them into new touchpoints along the customer journey.":1,"#Learn which content and formats prevent cart abandonment.":1,"#See which digital touchpoints truly influence purchase decisions—both online and in-store.":1,"#Why This Study Matters to You":1,"#Three Must-Haves for Tomorrow’s Retail":1,"#Scan → Click → Added Value. QR codes connect the store floor to the digital brand world, building lasting customer relationships that go beyond the purchase itself.":1,"#QR-Codes as Touchpoints":1,"#The constant companion becomes a key decision-maker. At the shelf, the smartphone delivers product details, comparisons, reviews, and inspiration.":1,"#Smartphone at the POS":1,"#Good product information convinces, great content inspires. Combining facts with emotion makes brands tangible and memorable.":1,"#From click to cart: how touchpoints work together":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">81% </strong>of consumers find QR codes user-friendly.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">28% </strong>now use their smartphone to pay when shopping.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">66% </strong>of electronics shoppers consider customer reviews important even in physical stores.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">40% </strong>base their online purchase decisions primarily on high-quality product images.":1,"#Download our new ebook, “<strong ljsid-1=\"\">A Fashion Blueprint for Digital Product Passport Success, Global Sustainability Data Management Strategies.</strong>” It reviews the fashion industry’s unique situation, explores sustainability transparency demands by consumers, and explains how a Master Data Management (MDM) solution can streamline compliance and reporting requirements.":1,"#2. Meeting Customer Expectations – Accuracy is Non-Negotiable":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Specifications:</strong> Don’t miss the details, dimensions, materials, and care instructions matter.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Visual Assets: </strong>High-quality images and videos provide a virtual touch-and-feel experience. Showcase your product from every angle and provide that in-store feeling.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Rich Descriptions:</strong> Elevate your product detail pages (PDPs) with engaging descriptions. Paint a vivid picture of what the consumer will find.":1,"#Actionable Steps":1,"#How can brands reduce this costly churn without sacrificing satisfaction? One answer lies in comprehensive product information. When consumers find accurate, detailed content – whether it’s sizing charts, ingredient lists, or usage instructions – they make informed decisions. Fewer surprises mean fewer returns.":1,"#Returns are a double-edged sword. While they are an integral part of e-commerce customer satisfaction, excessive returns hurt the bottom line.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Personalization: </strong>Tailor recommendations based on browsing history and preferences.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Interactive Elements: </strong>Quizzes, how-to guides, and FAQs keep shoppers engaged.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Storytelling: </strong>Go beyond features. Share product stories, use cases, and benefits.":1,"#Engage consumers at every step, make them feel confident about their choices.":1,"#Picture this: A shopper adds your item to their cart, hovers over the checkout button, and then, out of the blue, they just vanish. Abandoned carts plague e-commerce. Often, it’s due to lackluster product content.":1,"#4. Engaging and Informative Product Content – The Cart Abandonment Solution":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Localized Adaptation: </strong>Tailor content to regional nuances without compromising core brand values.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Cross-Channel Alignment: </strong>Ensure your brand story remains intact across platforms.":1,"#1. Cutting Down Returns – The Power of Product Information":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Brand Guidelines:</strong> Establish clear guidelines for tone, imagery, and messaging not just for your marketing and communications but for your product content as well.":1,"#Actionable Steps:":1,"#Whether a shopper encounters your brand on Amazon, Walmart or other marketplaces, consistency should be prioritized. A unified voice, visual style, and messaging create a seamless brand experience.":1,"#Consumers navigate a maze of e-commerce sites, each with its own flavor. But even across different online environments, it’s important for a brand to preserve a consistent identity.":1,"#3. Consistent Brand Representation – Across Sites and Beyond":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Transparency: </strong>Be honest about product limitations to manage expectations proactively.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">User-Generated Content:</strong> Leverage reviews and ratings; authentic feedback builds credibility.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Real-Time Updates:</strong> Regularly review and update product details, compare your PIM data to your product content across different sites constantly to avoid outdated content. Leverage innovations like <a ljsid-2=\"\">Syndigo’s Compare with Live</a> to leverage real-time visibility through various platforms to compare your PIM data to live data side-by-side.":1,"#Brands must deliver on promises. Accurate product information isn’t optional – it’s fundamental.":1,"#Imagine a shopper eagerly awaiting their order delivery, only to receive something that doesn’t match the online description. Disappointment sets in, trust wavers, and brand loyalty hangs in the balance.":1,"#Connecting with Consumers – The Blueprint for Loyalty":1,"#In the crowded e-commerce arena, brands engage in an unrelenting battle for consumer attention.":1,"#There are many challenges to distributing product information.":1,"#covered in an earlier post":1,"#Leaders were asked about the types of data that helped them best execute on their business priorities.":1,"#As we":1,"#ECommerce analytics data was the highest-ranked need, equally across all regions, with no significant differences between them. The same was true of Market/competitive data: Although not as highly ranked as eCommerce analytics, it was rated equally highly across regions.":1,"#For example, Shopper/consumer behavioral data was ranked in the top 3 significantly more by EMEA decision makers (73% top 3) than either North America (55%) or Latin America (59%). While all regions ranked this highly, it’s clear that there is an opportunity to deliver more behavioral shopper information to brands in EMEA markets.":1,"#However, it is not necessarily a similar priority when looking across global regions.":1,"#One interesting data point of note: the <em ljsid-1=\"\">fourth</em> data need highlighted in the study was <strong ljsid-3=\"\">Descriptive and engaging product data (including images and rich media)</strong>. It was just behind Market/competitive data for the top-three slot. Within this group, leaders in North America ranked the need for Descriptive product data as the number-one need significantly more than their EMEA and Latin America counterparts. This could be an indicator of the more advanced content programs in North America – as well as a potential sign for where growth could come from in the future.":1,"#The three most important business priorities were eCommerce analytics data, Shopper/consumer behavior data, and Market/competitive data according to the Forrester Consulting study.":1,"#These digital marketers are looking to gain a more complete understanding of their shoppers by using both behavioral and sales data to understand how to make the most of their programs to engage customers throughout the buying journey. Winning the digital shelf is a brand priority.":1,"#The challenges – and creative solutions – utilized in the past year helped to drive digital transformation at an accelerated pace. And helping to win in this environment requires certain types of information to be available.":1,"#, decision-makers listed the most important elements to executing on top business priorities as: improving the customer experience, driving growth, and growing their eCommerce presence – all ranking higher than reducing costs and customer retention.":1,"#3. Taxonomies":1,"#Syndigo OpenAI Connect":1,"#You will also learn about the importance of:":1,"#Syndigo Product Experience Cloud":1,"#Explore the GDSN - a global network ensuring consistent, accurate product data. Unlock business efficiency. Request your eBook now!":1,"#Optimize Product Data for Americanas SA with Syndigo":1,"#Seasonal selections are the perfect element to distinguish products with customized content . It’s imperative for brands to prioritize the enhancement of their visual content (images, videos, marketing copy, etc.) to adapt seasonally, particularly for flagship products. The most important features and uses of a product—the ones that are most likely to prompt an immediate purchase—often change throughout the year.":1,"#If handling this process manually doesn’t appeal to you, there’s an alternative worth exploring, <a ljsid-1=\"\">Syndigo’s Out-of-Stock Report</a> can help streamline and accelerate the inventory management before the sales frenzy.":1,"#Home: <a ljsid-1=\"\">www.homedepot.com</a>":1,"#A consumer-facing view of inventory levels, allowing you to make informed decisions about your product offerings to ensure meeting customer demands.":1,"#A comprehensive review and overhaul of all product information, including ensuring that PDPs are active and optimized, should be seriously considered on a seasonal basis to effectively meet your customer expectations and drive sales.":1,"#A comprehensive view of stock statuses across different seller sites so you can take actions for sites that are constantly being OOS.":1,"#Seasonal Product Content Will Always Attract More Conversions":1,"#Syndigo’s Content Health Report provides a general score of Schleich’s product content on retailers’ sites and works as a guide for them to optimize their content. Within the 4 months of using it, Schleich increased its Content Health Score by 10 points and resulted in a significant boost in sales.":1,"#If your brand competes in any categories that are hyper-active in summer, monitoring your inventory becomes absolutely crucial.":1,"#Digital Shelf Analytics can give you critical insights into how your products are performing online and what you could do to improve them and squeeze out a few more points of revenue, here are some critical metrics you need keep an eye on through the summer.":1,"#Without having inventory available, it’s possible that consumers won’t even see your products online, let alone make a purchase. Most retailers will remove products from search results if they are not currently available.":1,"#Compelling product content now stands as the primary determining factor for an overwhelming 85% of consumers when making their purchasing choices.":1,"#Compelling product content now stands as the primary determining factor for an overwhelming <a ljsid-1=\"\">85%</a> of consumers when making their purchasing choices.":1,"#If Christmas and New Year usher in the gifting season, where people indulge in lavishing presents for one another, then summer undoubtedly takes center stage for vacations, outdoor adventures, water sports, and even back-to-school preparations.":1,"#Insights into inventory trends and ratios across multiple seller sites so you can easily track the availability and ensure potential sales are not lost due to stock shortages.":1,"#With Syndigo’s <a ljsid-1=\"\">Digital Shelf Reporting</a>, Schleich receives daily notifications on live site inconsistencies, allowing proactive management on their PDPs to ensure everything’s up-and-running.":1,"#Source: Syndigo":1,"#Demystifying GDSN: A Guide to Global Data Synchronization":1,"#From high-tech electronics to retail grocery, brands and retailers know that the demand for quality detailed, consistent product information is exploding.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Language:</strong> German":1,"#Let’s take a closer look at how toymaker <a ljsid-1=\"\">Schleich</a> has harnessed the power of Syndigo to showcase their fascinating toy figurines, <a ljsid-3=\"\">ensuring seamless content availability and keeping their products ever-present on the digital shelf:</a>":1,"#Summer has ignited a sizzling surge in eCommerce activity this year. Prime Day alone set a record of over <a ljsid-1=\"\">375 million items</a> purchased worldwide, saving consumers over $2.5 billion from countless deals. In places where this time of year means a rise in temperatures, people are eagerly stocking up on all the essentials for their pool parties, beach outings, or anything that helps them stay cool and refreshed.":1,"#Smart brands stay ahead of the game by keeping an eye on key metrics to avoid running out of stock and planning their inventory strategy effectively:":1,"#You can proactively analyze historical sales data to identify top-selling items and categories to ensure you have adequate stock levels to meet customer demands. At the same time, communication with suppliers and logistics partners is a must, to avoid any potential challenges or delays.":1,"#Don’t miss out on the opportunity to leverage Syndigo’s powerful solutions, as showcased by success stories from Schleich and Dermalogica. If you are interested in learning more about Syndigo’s Analytics, we have <a ljsid-1=\"\">an extensive guide to take you on a deep journey through the Analytics product suite here</a>. Let’s elevate your brand’s summer strategy together!":1,"#Getting Access to the Analytics You Need":1,"#As the summer sales heat up, staying ahead in the game is crucial for brands and retailers. Digital Shelf Analytics proves to be the last piece of the puzzle, offering critical insights into product performance and revenue optimization. From proactive inventory management to compelling seasonal product content, it equips brands to adapt to changing consumer behavior and boost conversions.":1,"#For brands and retailers, this presents both a golden opportunity and a significant challenge. As consumer behavior undergoes seasonal shifts, adapting marketing and sales strategies accordingly becomes essential.":1,"#Optimize Your Inventory in Advance":1,"#Today’s shoppers are focusing on a comprehensive approach to wellness, and healthy food choices as a variable in that equation are growing in importance. In addition to the information already available, shoppers are looking for deeper <a ljsid-1=\"\">nutritional information</a> that goes beyond what’s provided on the product label.":1,"#Earlier this summer, The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) hosted one of the first in-person industry events since Q1 2020. The annual event, IFDA’s Sales & Marketing (SMart) Conference, hosts companies from distribution and manufacturing communities in foodservice, bringing together leaders from across the country to explore the state of industry, showcase thought leadership, and promote collaboration to improve the supply chain.":1,"#Now with proliferation of grocery delivery, the ability for a manufacturer to discern foodservice from retail has become challenging. This sudden shift in consumer behavior—or what I described last year as a “violent shove” into the virtual marketplace—has changed the way retail and foodservice companies think about how they present their products to people throughout all channels, especially online.":1,"#Well, that came to fruition! Mixed packs of portion-controlled condiments are now available in retail packs—and they sell like crazy. It turns out consumers were not afraid of bulk-packed anything. They’ve been buying from big-box retailers for years, so why not take advantage of convenient packaging, like these smaller condiments that one could usually only find by ordering from a broadline distributor?":1,"#Why was consumer behavior shifting? Younger generations, often Millennials, who tend to seek convenience, more information, and consumer-backed endorsements to guide their purchase decisions. This is where Anthony came into our presentation and told a story of a friend of his, a mother of two, who after picking up a week’s worth of groceries at the end of her work day, flew by the ‘take-n-make’ section to grab a meal kit for that evening. Why? So she could quickly assemble something for her family and maximize time with them, rather than having to spend the rest of her evening toiling away in the kitchen.":1,"#As the foodservice supply chain shut down in February & March of 2020, retail was back on top of consumer spending. Manufacturers were having to quickly figure out how to move products that were traditionally reserved for foodservice through a different supply chain.":1,"#It’s easy to see that Millennials have been steering generations, both ahead and behind them, to embrace an on-demand shopping experience (which has translated to improved online shopping experiences).":1,"#For those of you who weren’t able to attend this year’s IFDA SMart Conference, here’s a recap of what we shared on behalf of Syndigo.":1,"#34% lift in food away from establishment (compared to previous year)":1,"#Meanwhile, Anthony shared that he had already been buying bulk-packs of Kraft products for years, simply because they were available to him. Think big packages of Kraft singles, but instead of the 20 slices you might find in the cheese section of the dairy aisle, he was getting the kind a restaurant might buy, with 120 slices per pack. Maybe the average household wasn’t ready for 120 slices of cheese, but what about individual portion-controlled condiments? A.k.a. those tiny packets of ketchup, mustard, and mayo that you might find at a service counter or in your to-go bag from a restaurant. Why wouldn’t parents want to have those for kids’ lunches? Or maybe an office employee who takes their lunch to work and doesn’t want the sandwich they made to be soggy by mid-afternoon.":1,"#90% of consumers were using drive-thru or pick up":1,"#60% of food was being consumed off premise":1,"#Retail, meet foodservice":1,"#For decades, retail grocery out-sold foodservice. If you look back to the early 90s, consumers spent nearly 30% more with a grocery store than a restaurant. By the time 2014 came around, there was no gap, and going into 2019, going out to restaurants had surpassed shopping at grocery stores (not by much, but it was happening).":1,"#My thesis was: Foodservice is already in flux, which means the industry is prepared for this kind of shift in consumer behavior. I said on Zoom that day, “Foodservice is getting a violent shove into a virtual marketplace.” A few statistics I included were:":1,"#53% of consumers were using third-party apps to get food delivered":1,"#Foodservice and retail/CPG are not that different anymore":1,"#Even before the world was shaken by COVID-19, we were seeing these two industries begin to take similar forms. It was the core of my presentation at the virtual IFDA SMart in 2020, where we unpacked the behavioral changes occurring in foodservice as traditional consumers began to reshape the way they shopped for, and ultimately consumed, their meals.":1,"#This year, I took the stage with fellow industry veteran and Syndigo SVP of Product, Anthony Marshall, to talk about how foodservice leaders should be thinking about eCommerce and leveraging data, especially post pandemic. In my time at Syndigo, I’ve gotten a clear lens into how retail approaches eCommerce and the way that data is exchanged between retailer and brand owner. So I thought, <em ljsid-1=\"\">let’s show foodservice how retail is blowing away online shoppers</em>. I knew Anthony would be exactly the right person to cover this with, as he comes with 20 years of experience in the CPG world at Kraft-Heinz, driving eCommerce and category leadership initiatives.":1,"#It turns out, these are often the same people who go to work at hotels, hospitals, and restaurants to order products for their customers. According to Cleveland Research, more than 77% of foodservice operators are buying at least some of their products online. Brands must drive this visibility and relevance of their products across all digital touchpoints by optimizing how they create, manage, and deliver their content experience—all with the end goal to increase conversions and drive market share.":1,"#Ser más creativo con las opciones de pago ayudará a garantizar que no se pierdan las ventas de los compradores que buscan flexibilidad.":1,"#La evidencia indica que los compradores están recuperando la confianza para hacer compras más grandes con crédito y otras opciones de pago posterior en vez de efectivo.":1,"#Join us for an enlightening 45-minute webinar where we delve into the crucial role of optimized product content in winning and retaining customers. Drawing from our latest research, “Product Content 2024: A Status Quo,” this session is designed to equip you with actionable insights and strategies to enhance your product information, thereby boosting sales and building brand trust.":1,"#Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your approach to product content and achieve remarkable business growth. Register now to secure your spot in this webinar!":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Sustainability and AI:</strong> Explore how sustainability and artificial intelligence are influencing product content and what this means for your business.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Strategic Enhancement:</strong> Discover practical strategies to improve your product information that can lead to increased sales and customer loyalty.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Consumer Expectations:</strong> Gain a deep understanding of what German consumers expect from product content in today’s market.":1,"#Brands leverage Syndigo to distribute their product information to more than 1,750 of the world’s leading retailers and platforms, including Amazon and Walmart. And Syndigo doesn’t just simply send the data. With our close retailer relationships, Syndigo manages the continual changes to content requirements — more than 200 retailer requirement changes <em ljsid-1=\"\">per month</em>.":1,"#91% of consumers are more likely to return to a brand and/or retailer if they can quickly find all the information they want about products while shopping":1,"#Besides a product’s descriptive ‘Core Content’ (i.e., description of product and basic information like weight, materials, volume, etc.), the product content that is most likely to influence a purchase is comparison charts with similar products (38%) and 360° product view (36%)":1,"#“Ultimately, the takeaway here is that product data has a huge influence on consumer behavior and perceptions,” said Blum. “It’s essential for businesses fighting to win at the shelf to create product data that not only works for their own internal needs, but can also be transformed for these battlefields where consumers are interacting with it.”":1,"#The State of Product Content 2023 offers illuminating insights for brands, manufacturers, marketplaces and distributors alike.":1,"#Syndigo’s research helped to confirm what many of their brand and retail clients intuitively understand. However, there were also some surprising findings that may challenge common wisdom.":1,"#43% of consumers abandoned one or more purchases in the last 6 months because they could not find sufficient information about the product":1,"#The report contains key insights, including:":1,"#“There’s a lot of discussion with clients about what today’s consumers want from brands and retailers,” said Benny Blum, SVP of Product, “but often very little evidence-backed guidance. This is especially true for the product data and visual assets used to sell online.”":1,"#With the significant changes in shopping behavior over the past several years – due to pandemic-related restrictions, supply chain availability, and inflationary pressures – there has been limited publicly available research to understand the way today’s shopper considers the elements that influence shopping behavior.":1,"#4. Consumers will spend… if they can":1,"#Overall, 2021 should bring some regularity in shopper behavior, if not consistency or ‘normalcy’. Many have grown used to the changes in the ability to shop or gather publicly. And no matter when the pandemic finally subsides, brands and retailers have seen how to alter their capabilities in order to sell to shoppers.":1,"#Beyond panic buying, retail outlets had more to contend with, including new rules and regulations around social distancing, mask policies, barrier shields and store capacity limits. For a business sector built around efficiency and consistency, it forced many to think differently and act quickly, especially in CPG. In the early months, these essential businesses were beneficiaries of the early stocking behavior; <em ljsid-1=\"\">Supermarket News</em> noted <a ljsid-3=\"\">a 10% annual increase in Center Store sales</a>, driven by this early push.":1,"#That’s a question many of us ask, and the coming holidays and end of year are full of articles looking to predict what’s next.":1,"#This aligns with <a ljsid-1=\"\">Syndigo’s own research</a> that highlighted how suppliers and retailers both recognize the growing importance of digital commerce, with 74% trying to recreate in-store shopping experiences online. A separate analysis of online shopper data showed as much as 400% increases in visitors engaging with Enhanced Content during 2020.":1,"#Here is our take on the growing list of “2021 predictions”:":1,"#3. eCommerce will continue to gain ground":1,"#As eCommerce continues to grow, the “last mile” connection will be an interesting one. Perhaps 2021 will be the year of the drone… or the delivery bot.":1,"#Back in March, as the global reality of the COVID-19 pandemic set in, consumers reacted perhaps predictably: Realizing they may be sequestered for long periods (or faced with employment realities that could reduce their income), they began to stock up. Paper products – toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, diapers – were in the headlines along with cleaners, sanitizers, and thermometers as well as games, electronics and other things to stay occupied. A supply chain built on ‘just in time’ replenishment was not prepared for a demand surge within a short period of time.":1,"#However, in anticipation of the coming winter months, supply chains (and retailers) have been preparing ahead of time by stocking up. This also has led to some re-evaluating of how supply chains can operate to be not just more efficient, but also how to adapt more quickly as well. Utilizing larger storage areas and sourcing items locally (rather than globally) where possible, are two examples. This works very well with non-perishable or shelf-stable items and so the retailers and their distributors that can handle larger quantities and buy in advance will be more ready.":1,"#What’s in store for the future?":1,"#With many shoppers required to stay home (or wanting to avoid crowded areas), eCommerce exploded in 2020. Amazon charted incredible growth, grocery retailers beefed up their online capabilities to support delivery or click & collect, and many third parties filled in to execute the “final mile”. US holiday sales are predicted to grow by more than 35% according to eMarketer, to offset reductions in store. All told, eCommerce may grow as much as 18% in 2020, on top of a 15% gain in 2019.":1,"#It is now the norm, rather than the exception, for brands and retailers to have an eCommerce presence. In the past, being on the web for branding and browsing might suffice; today without that “add to cart” button, brands and retailers both lose out.":1,"#2. Retail outlets will be more flexible":1,"#The pandemic has brought many issues to light in the US – supply chain challenges, business sustainability and agreement on appropriate levels of sequestering. One human issue in the US One human issue in the US is the differing capability of consumers to continue their ways of life in the current environment. Forrester’s <em ljsid-1=\"\">Predictions 2021: Consumer</em> sees consumers being divided between fear and desire – for those with means, there is pent up demand, but those who have been financially or physically impacted will be much more hesitant to spend.":1,"#In eight short (or perhaps long) months, we have seen significant change in the US and the world. Words and phrases like “unprecedented”, “updated” and “new normal” are now commonplace (we’ll avoid them here). What we do know, is to expect and plan for the unexpected, now more than ever. Retailers and brands have had to pivot quickly to continue their business processes.":1,"#1. Supply chains will be more ready":1,"#Back to school:<a ljsid-1=\"\"> www.target.com</a>":1,"#Fortunately, Syndigo has been working with Walmart, and we can be your advantage to ensuring proper content submission. Recently, Walmart developed their <a ljsid-1=\"\">Connected Content Partner</a> program as a way to ensure all solution providers submit their content in the proper format. Syndigo is the <strong ljsid-3=\"\">only</strong> service provider that has been approved across all three categories of Syndication, Enrichment and Enhanced Rich Media. This means we can help in content creation, enhancement, and syndication to Walmart (and other retailer recipients as well).":1,"#Now is the time for 2020 planning. Make sure your content is complete for submitting to Walmart. And please check out Syndigo’s resources for learning more about developing winning content programs.":1,"#Finally, we can ensure your supply chain and warehouse data complies with <a ljsid-1=\"\">GDSN</a> specifications. In addition to being a Connected Content Partner, Syndigo is also a GS1-certified data pool for GDSN.":1,"#Next, Enhanced content is what drives conversions – as much as 36% greater than Core content alone. <a ljsid-1=\"\">Enhanced content</a> helps to engage shoppers and strengthen your value message through more interactive displays, including videos,":1,"#Here are a few ways we can help. First, your <a ljsid-1=\"\">Core content</a> is critical for delivering brand consistency across in-store and eCommerce platforms, enabling an omni-commerce experience to drive sales and supply chain efficiency. Whether it’s product descriptions, weights and measures or ingredients and wellness information, Syndigo delivers Core content in retailer-required formats to the largest global trading network.":1,"#However, the combination of in-store and online requirements for product content can present a complex challenge for suppliers. Walmart provides specific requirements for syndicating product information, and compliance is critical in order to be listed prominently.":1,"#Click to read this handy tip sheet: Five ways to drive sales on Walmart.com":1,"#Check out our Neutrogena Client Success Story":1,"#Neutrogena recognizes the value of providing an engaging digital shopper experience to drive sales and loyalty, and needed to provide the content and tools to help customers find right products.":1,"#While some products are easy to compare online, some may take a bit of a closer look. It’s especially a challenge for fashion and beauty brands, where colors and styles may look different online.":1,"#In addition to creating an immersive product detail page with rich enhanced content, Neutrogena also worked with Syndigo to produce a custom interactive product selection tool to guide consumers with a series of questions in order to recommend the cosmetic product(s) that best met the needs of each individual shopper.":1,"#“As a data provider for Manufacturer Center, Syndigo provides verified product content and images for better brand consistency, which leads to the transparency that consumers today require,” said Chris Barnes, SVP, Corporate Development and Solutions Delivery at Syndigo. “There are many factors that influence the way a shopper searches, such as life stage, health and diet to name a few. Having all the necessary product content verified in proper format is essential. Syndigo provides this across many product sectors.”":1,"#Wicks Capital Partners is a private investment firm based in New York City that invests in lower middle market information businesses that create and deliver niche content and services to the business, consumer and education markets. Since its founding in 1989, Wicks has invested over $1 billion of capital in more than 30 platform companies and approximately 100 add-on acquisitions. The firm has applied a consistent investment strategy since its founding, partnering with high-quality, experienced management teams to build businesses organically and through acquisitions. Learn more at www.wicksgroup.com.":1,"#More than 5,000 brands use Google Manufacturer Center to improve their presence on Google. This creates more effective listings on Shopping Ads, other Google services, and across the web.":1,"#Company Provides Accurate Enhanced Product Content":1,"#TJC (www.thejordancompany.com), founded in 1982, is a middle-market private equity firm that has managed funds with original capital commitments in excess of $11 billion since 1987 and a 36-year track record of investing in and contributing to the growth of many businesses across a wide range of industries including Industrials, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare & Consumer, and Telecom, Technology & Utility. The senior investment team has been investing together for over 20 years and it is supported by the Operations Management Group, which was established in 1988 to initiate and support operational improvements in portfolio companies. Headquartered in New York, TJC also has an office in Chicago.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">2. Leverage wellness insights to focus resources — </strong>Retailer margins are always tight. It is sometimes difficult to choose where to focus resources to make the most impact. By using Syndigo’s wellness capabilities, you can understand your overall product catalog and where to invest in more popular wellness items. By leveraging these catalog insights, you focus your resources and systematically enrich your product content where most beneficial.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">1. Personalize the customer experience — </strong>Retailers can power greater consumer connections using enhanced wellness attributes. Shoppers today are looking to get more specific in understanding what is in the food they buy. By leveraging an omni-commerce strategy to personalize shopper interactions in-store, online across any device, and throughout all marketing efforts, retailers can drive sales by delivering transparency into deeper wellness attributes. For example, personalizing product discovery by recommending products online that fit a shopper’s specified wellness preferences can tie to in-store shelf tags highlighting healthy products. This type of personalization also drives loyalty – as many as one in three shoppers will switch online retail vendors when personalized offers were made.":1,"#There are many additional ways that using wellness attributes can help retailers as well; for example, identifying the percentages of product assortment that meets certain wellness claims to adjust product mix; using shelf tags in store to call out wellness attributes on the shelf; or by promoting products with wellness characteristics in weekly circulars or in store.":1,"#3 Ways Brands Can Use Health & Wellness Claims to Drive Their Business":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">3. Increase basket size and loyalty to drive sales — </strong>When your shopper uses nutrition-based filters in planning their trip, the average basket size increases by 11%. Sales of foods in special diet categories have grown by more than 50% since 2014*, and retailers can tap into this demand by giving shoppers the nutrition filters and sorting capabilities they seek. With Syndigo wellness attributes, you can meet the shopper’s need online and in real time.":1,"#3 Ways Retailers Can Use Health & Wellness Claims to Drive Their Business":1,"#Here are three ways that retailers can use Syndigo’s wellness capabilities to benefit their business:":1,"#Eche un vistazo a algunos de estos poderosos ejemplos de marcas que utilizan contenido mejorado para destacarse en el mercado.":1,"#Reducción de devoluciones":1,"#Los vendedores en línea más exitosos en México aprovechan esta oportunidad para cautivar a los compradores, mantenerlos en su página y contar la historia completa de su marca.":1,"#While Core details are crucial to helping shoppers make informed, efficient purchase decisions, <a ljsid-1=\"\">Enhanced Content</a> provides that something extra, enabling shoppers to engage even more and possibly consider products in ways they wouldn’t have otherwise. Greater engagement of course leads to more time spent on the page and ultimately, more conversions. At Syndigo, we’ve observed a lift of as much as 36% when shoppers are exposed to such high-quality content!":1,"#Source: eMarketer":1,"#Download the study now to gain exclusive insights, expert interviews, and practical recommendations for retailers, brands, and manufacturers!":1,"#At Victorinox AG, a name synonymous with precision and quality in the world of knives and multi-tools, the importance of accurate and efficient data management cannot be overstated. As the Head of Global Enterprise Data Management, Christopher Klumpp, faced a daunting challenge: managing an extensive and ever-growing database of product information with the utmost precision.":1,"#Syndigo’s PIM is not just a tool; it’s a platform that has seamlessly integrated into the operations of Victorinox. The system’s adaptability has been key, as it has scaled effortlessly to meet the company’s growing needs. Syndigo’s PIM has proven to be both flexible and reliable, and this scalability has been crucial in supporting Victorinox’s ambitious growth plans, ensuring that the data management infrastructure can keep pace with the company’s expansion.":1,"#Don’t miss out! Learn more in our comprehensive whitepaper, “Master Data Management for Sustainability”.":1,"#Ready to Transform Your Sustainability Data Management?":1,"#The journey toward sustainability excellence requires a methodical approach that addresses foundational data capabilities, technological infrastructure, and organizational culture simultaneously. By following a structured implementation plan, businesses can overcome common obstacles and accelerate their progress toward both sustainability goals and enhanced business performance.":1,"#Understanding the value of sustainable data management is only the first step—organizations must now translate this knowledge into concrete, strategic action to realize the full potential of their sustainability initiatives.":1,"#Transparent information builds consumer confidence, strengthens supplier relationships, and generates data-driven insights that promote eco-friendly product development. Ultimately, these integrated solutions not only support environmental responsibility but also create tangible business value by increasing customer trust, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing market competitiveness.":1,"#Implementing a robust sustainability data management strategy delivers measurable returns across multiple business dimensions. By integrating Master Data Management, enhanced content, and syndication, organizations gain competitive advantages through improved operational efficiency and stronger brand positioning. This approach transforms sustainability from a cost center into a strategic driver of innovation, customer loyalty, and long-term business growth.":1,"#Syndication completes the sustainability data management ecosystem by distributing information across various platforms and stakeholders. This approach ensures consistent and accurate transmission of product data and sustainability information throughout the value chain. By maintaining cross-channel consistency, enabling real-time data sharing, and supporting market expansion, syndication promotes transparency, facilitates collaboration, and helps organizations effectively communicate their sustainability credentials across different channels and global markets.":1,"#The Connective Power of Syndication: Building a Sustainable Future":1,"#Enhanced content—detailed product information that goes beyond basic descriptions—plays a vital role in sustainability strategies. This includes information on product lifecycle, environmental impact, sourcing, and compliance with sustainability standards. By providing customers with detailed information about product origins, materials, and environmental impact, organizations can build trust and encourage sustainable purchasing decisions. Rich content also allows companies to evaluate suppliers based on sustainability criteria, ensuring alignment with overall sustainability goals. Furthermore, detailed content helps design teams understand the environmental impact of materials and processes, leading to more eco-friendly product development.":1,"#By consolidating product information from multiple sources, MDM enables organizations to generate precise sustainability reports, track performance metrics comprehensively, and ensure regulatory compliance. This approach allows companies to maintain a consistent and reliable sustainability score, helping them meet environmental regulations and prepare for emerging requirements like the <strong ljsid-1=\"\">Digital Product Passport</strong> by maintaining up-to-date and accessible data across all operational areas.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Performance Tracking</strong>: With MDM, organizations can track sustainability metrics across different departments and operations, gaining a holistic view of their performance.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Regulatory Compliance</strong>: MDM ensures that all sustainability data is up to date, facilitating compliance with environmental regulations and preparing organizations for upcoming requirements like the Digital Product Passport.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Unified Reporting</strong>: By consolidating data from various sources, MDM enables accurate sustainability reporting and provides organizations with a clear sustainability score across products and suppliers.":1,"#Master Data Management (MDM) offers a comprehensive approach to managing an organization’s critical data, providing a single, accurate view across the enterprise. When applied to sustainability initiatives, MDM ensures that all relevant data is consistent, accurate, and accessible. Key benefits include:":1,"#Unlock the Power of Your Sustainability Data":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Inefficient Communication</strong>: Disjointed communication channels hinder collaboration between stakeholders, slowing down sustainability initiatives and reducing the marketability of sustainable products.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Compliance and Reporting Hurdles</strong>: Meeting evolving regulatory requirements demands robust data management frameworks.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Limited Visibility and Transparency</strong>: Without comprehensive visibility into supply chains and operations, identifying areas for improvement becomes nearly impossible.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Data Silos and Inconsistencies</strong>: Fragmented data across departments makes it difficult to track and report on sustainability metrics accurately.":1,"#Organizations across industries face several common challenges when working toward sustainability targets:":1,"#Organizations today face unprecedented pressure from consumers, investors, regulators, and competitors to integrate sustainable practices into their operations. Despite this imperative, many companies find themselves struggling to effectively implement, measure, and communicate their sustainability initiatives due to fundamental data management issues. The path to sustainability excellence is filled with complex challenges that span organizational boundaries, technological capabilities, and data management practices. Without addressing these fundamental issues, even the most well-intentioned sustainability strategies risk falling short of their potential impact.":1,"#Businesses face mounting pressure to demonstrate their environmental responsibility as sustainability has evolved from a nice-to-have initiative to a fundamental business strategy. However, many organizations struggle to effectively track, measure, and communicate their sustainability efforts due to fragmented data systems and inconsistent information across departments and supply chains.":1,"#Start Building a Data-Driven Sustainability Ecosystem":1,"#The ROI of Sustainable Data Management":1,"#Building Trust Through Transparency":1,"#Maximize Master Data Management for a Unified Approach":1,"#The Sustainability Challenge":1,"#Rethinking experience: Victorinox and the path to data-driven product experience – and what does yours looks like?":1,"#The K5 Future Retail Conference brings together the key players shaping the future of digital commerce – and that’s exactly why Syndigo is joining this year, together with Advellence. It’s no longer just about managing product data – it’s about creating a consistent, compelling Product Experience across every channel. With a smart PXM approach, Syndigo helps companies turn data into real impact. What that looks like in practice? We’ll show you with a real-world example from <strong ljsid-1=\"\">Victorinox </strong>– including hands-on insights and takeaways in our live masterclass at K5.":1,"#Secure Seat for Masterclass with Victorinox":1,"#Estrel Berlin | Visit us in Hall 2 at Booth No: 83":1},"version":36133}]