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Automating product classification with AI

Manual product classification breaks at scale. This guide explains how AI-assisted classification works before data hits PIM, using rules, signals, and human oversight to keep taxonomy consistent, improve discoverability, and avoid spreadsheet chaos across every channel

How AI Really Reads Your Product Pages

AI shopping tools don’t “browse” your site, they dissect it. Learn how AI actually reads your product pages, which signals it trusts, and how product information management (PIM) and high-quality product data help your catalogue stay visible in an AI-first search world

Why your filters don’t work on your eCommerce site

Are your category filters returning “0 results” and confusing shoppers? The problem isn’t your front-end; it’s your product data, taxonomy and PIM. Learn why filters fail, how poor attributes kill search and discovery, and what a modern PIM and better data governance can do to turn it around.

Audit your product catalogue like an AI agent

Stop spot-checking and start systemising. This guide shows how to audit your product catalogue like an AI agent, with clear goals, automated checks, human-in-the-loop, and continuous learning. That way, your PIM, SEO, and digital shelf performance all move in the right direction.

How to get your product data AI-ready

AI is only as good as the product data behind it. This guide explains how to prepare product data for AI by cleaning, structuring, enriching and governing it before it reaches your PIM or eCommerce platform.

Digital Shelf 101: The Ultimate 2026 Guide

The digital shelf is where products compete online. In 2026, success means more than presence; it means optimised, enriched, and AI-powered content delivered consistently across channels. This guide explains what the digital shelf is, why it matters, and how to master it with PIM, onboarding automation, and AI content generation

Product taxonomy 101: The comprehensive 2026 guide

Product taxonomy is the backbone of eCommerce. In 2026, it powers site navigation, SEO visibility, and product data management. This guide explains what taxonomy is, shows real-world examples, explores common pitfalls, and shares best practices for creating scalable taxonomies that boost CX, conversions, and growth.

The ins and outs of a PIM project in 2026

Implementing a PIM is more than an IT project. It’s a strategic transformation. Discover how discovery, design, governance, and AI combine to deliver lasting value. Learn the key phases, pitfalls, and success metrics of a modern PIM implementation with Start with Data’s expert guidance.

PIM and Product data governance in the AI era

AI is changing how companies manage product data, but trust and compliance still matter. Learn how to add strong governance to your PIM so your product information stays accurate, transparent and ready for 2026. Keep your AI-driven data safe and reliable.