You may be asking yourself why you need the SEMA Data Co-op. What value does it bring? How is it different from any other 3rd party data service? Many of your questions can be answered in our FAQ section, but we felt it was important to provide a quick list of bullet points to outline the basics about the SDC’s services and functionality.
This product listing is rich with informative details including images and videos that make it easy to understand what is being offered for sale… just the way you would like to see your products presented across the Internet.
By getting your product data compliant with the industry PIES and ACES standards and stored in the SDC repository, you not only take control and ownership of this very important asset, but you save time and money by adopting a “do it once, serve everyone” process.
Now, whenever a customer requests your product data, you simply refer them to the SEMA Data Co-op where our expert team will set them up as a data Receiver. We will configure a data export format to their requirements, and with your permission, will have access to your latest product data as frequently as they like. One of our most popular options now allows Receivers to get fresh data feeds only when there has been a change or update, minimizing system loads and providing substantial savings in time and effort.
Provided as a standard part of the SDC services, our Data Analysts will work with you to bring your data quality up to premier levels, and provide you a scorecard grade and notification of any change in status.
Using the familiar Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum scale, we will show you exactly what data fields are most important to your customers, based on actual feedback from them.
Achieving and maintaining high data quality is a critical element of effective data management, and a real game changer when it comes to generating sales. Incomplete or inaccurate data, on the other hand, will only serve to poorly represent your products and often make them difficult to find via search, as well as creating expensive and unnecessary returns.
Working with the SEMA Data Co-Op team has made it easier for us to get our PIES data file up to standards. They have also been very helpful with information in the development of our first ACES file. I recommend getting in touch with them before you start trying to develop your own PIES and ACES data.
Chris Crecelius
National Sales Manager
Hypertech
