Transforming Product Data Management for American Foods Group (AFG)

AFG faced significant challenges in managing its product information. Handling complex data requirements, including nutritional information, allergen details, and certifications for GDSN compliance, was a major hurdle. Extensive manual effort was needed to synchronize product attributes with GDSN pools, leading to delays and errors. The lack of automation in data validation further contributed to inefficiencies, increasing the risk of inaccuracies. Additionally, integration gaps in fetching, validating, and syndicating product data hindered seamless compliance with GDSN standards.

To overcome these challenges, Nvizion Solutions implemented Informatica PIM for American Foods Group (AFG) with customizations, including a GDSN Accelerator to automate data exchange, real-time synchronization, and compliance updates. Nvizion designed SDK-based workflows for seamless attribute enrichment and automated syndication across multiple channels. AI-driven data quality tools improved validation, reduced errors, and eliminated redundant entries. A real-time compliance update mechanism ensured smooth adaptation to evolving GDSN standards. Additionally, API-driven syndication enabled efficient distribution and customization of product data for retail partners.

The GDSN Accelerator enabled real-time synchronization, ensuring seamless data exchange with GDSN pools. Automated workflows reduced manual effort by 40%, accelerating time-to-market and improving efficiency. Centralized data management enhanced data accuracy and consistency by 35%, eliminating redundancies. Additionally, scalable solutions allowed AFG to onboard new product categories effortlessly while strengthening collaboration with trading partners.