This page explains how to create supplier products in Norce Commerce. It covers required setup steps, preparation, the import process, and further configuration options. The goal is to help you efficiently import and manage supplier products using best practices for data structure and clarity.
Before you begin, ensure the following setup steps are completed:
- Suppliers are configured in your Norce Commerce environment.
- Supplier business rules are set up.
Before importing supplier products, gather and prepare the following information:
Product Keys:
- Supplier article numbers
- Manufacturer information
- Manufacturer article numbers
Other Keys:
- Warehouse code
- Location code
- Price list code
- Category code (supplier category, used for mapping)
Additional Data:
- Product name
- Price data
- Stock levels
Tip: Preparing accurate and complete data ensures a smooth import process and reduces errors.
Follow these steps to import supplier products into Norce Commerce:
- Start with Excel imports to verify your setup and data structure.
- Include all required data fields:
- Product keys (article numbers, manufacturer details)
- Prices
- Stock levels
- Map products to the correct warehouse and location.
- Include price list codes for each product.
- Use API integrations for automated imports if available.
- Consider direct system integration for ongoing, large-scale imports.
- After the initial import, configure supplier mapping rules to ensure correct product categorization and data consistency.
After importing supplier products, you may want to:
- Adjust supplier mapping rules for more precise product categorization.
- Set up automated imports for ongoing supplier product updates.
- Always begin with Excel imports to test and verify your configuration before automating the process.
- Complete supplier mapping rules after the initial import to ensure all products are correctly mapped.
After setting up supplier products, you may:
- Configure supplier mapping rules for advanced categorization.
- Set up automated product creations for continuous product updates.