B2B platform or PIM system for the office industry
Office supply manufacturers waste time and money not on sales, but on manually maintaining product data for dozens of distributors simultaneously. We implement B2B platforms that integrate with AI-powered PIM systems. This solution organizes data at the source and ensures that current product information reaches the entire network faster, without errors or the involvement of an entire department.
We know the biggest challenges of online sales in the office industry
Product data that varies from distributor to distributor
When each partner in the network has a different version of descriptions, photos and parameters, it is impossible to manage the product image, and each update involves manual work on dozens of files at the same time.
There is no single source of truth about the product
Without a central PIM system, product information lives in spreadsheets, emails, and local databases, and no one in the company is sure which version is current.
Catalog updates not reaching the network in time
A new product, a price change, a certificate update – without automated data distribution, information reaches distributors with a delay or not at all.
AI as a tool for working with product data
Language models can extract structured data from chaotic descriptions, fill in missing attributes, and translate product cards – and that's exactly how we implemented it at Astra.
integrations
Integration with applications.
We have implemented online stores based on Magento 2 , which we integrated with, among others, Comarch Optima, Comarch XL, SAP, Streamsoft Prestiż, Subiekt GT, Subiekt Nexo, WF–Mag, Symfonia, Akeneo, iMoje, Credit Agricole installments, ING leasing, Klarna, Przelewy24, PayNow, PayPal, Stripe.
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Why Cognize eCommerce B2B agency?
We specialize in digitizing B2B sales for medium-sized and large companies – manufacturers and distributors. Our offering is distinguished by three substantive pillars:
A consultant who cares about the quality of your project
Each project is led by an experienced consultant – a former e-commerce manager from the B2B industry. This ensures that the implementation is led by someone who understands the day-to-day operations, challenges, and needs of your company.
“Flexible Accelerators” that reduce implementation costs and time
When implementing systems, we use ready-made "accelerators." These are systems and modules we've developed ourselves, based on open technologies. They reduce costs and shorten implementation time while remaining fully configurable to your unique needs.
Narrow specialization = we have already completed a project similar to your needs
Over 100 completed projects have allowed us to understand the specifics of companies operating in the B2B (often combined with B2C) sector. As a result, we have reference implementations and customer reviews for 92% of our inquiries.
Inquiries
How does the request for quotation work?
We take responsibility for our clients' businesses.
Our approach and effective actions build partnerships that we mutually appreciate.
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Contact and talk about the project
Contact us and explain your needs. We'll gather all your requirements and discuss your project together (in person or via video call).
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Specification and planning
We'll work with you to develop project specifications during a workshop at your company. At the end of the meeting, we'll create documentation, a feature list, and a full project plan.
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Offer and implementation
We will respond to your specifications and present our offer. We will begin the project with a kick-off meeting, during which we will introduce the experts from our dedicated team and present the work schedule.
Scoping process
and project budget (free of charge)
The result of the recognition process is:
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Knowledge of Cognize's experience in similar projects
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Knowledge of customer needs
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Knowledge of the project implementation process
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Preliminary project estimate
Pre-implementation analysis process
(about 4 weeks)
The result of the Pre-Implementation Analysis Process is a planned project – Pre-Implementation Analysis*,
which includes:
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Technical Specifications (text document)
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List of functionalities
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Project budget and schedule
*The prepared Pre-Implementation Analysis is the property of the Client and may be used to perform market research and collect offers.
What else can we do for your company?
Cognize B2B eCommerce Agency - What do we do?
We offer services aimed at increasing revenue, optimizing processes and improving profitability.
Investment
Implementation and maintenance
integrations
Technology
B2B consulting
Not sure what system you need yet?
Before you decide on a specific technology, it's worth exploring which solution truly fits your sales model. Our experienced B2B eCommerce Manager consultants help companies choose the right direction—without predetermined answers. If you feel it's a good time for a consultation, learn what such a collaboration looks like.
Case Study
Discover our projects for the office industry
Digitization of the product catalog using PIM and AI
Klient
Astra Poland
Industry
Office
Range
Akeneo PIM implementation, eCommerce consulting, data model creation, PIM and ERP integration, data modeling, data migration, project management, AI-based automation
Experience
Experience in your industry
The electrical, heating, lighting, cosmetics, medical, motorcycle, automotive, FMCG, clothing, and sports industries are just some of the industries we have implemented. Ask about our experience in your industry.
What do our clients say about us?
Punctuality, flexibility, availability, professionalism (...)
In 2017, we began working with Cognize (KMK Group) on the BAST system. Since then, the project has been developed and managed with exemplary skill. Cognize's (KMK Group) work is characterized by timeliness, flexibility, availability, professionalism, and, most importantly, the ability to present complex programming solutions in an accessible format.
This cooperation has resulted in our development and stability.
This cooperation has resulted in our development and stability, and the form of business contacts based on mutual trust is increasingly rare today, yet extremely effective.
(…) we can now easily and effectively manage our product catalog (…)
Cognize provided us with two services: Digital Sales Transformation Consulting and PIM Implementation. They provided the necessary know-how and demonstrated methods for various business process integrations with PIM systems. Thanks to their expertise, we can now easily and effectively manage our product catalog while minimizing implementation costs.
They helped us understand our needs and proposed the best solution based on the analysis results.
Our collaboration with Cognize began with a consultation. At this stage, they helped us understand our needs and proposed the best solution based on the analysis results. Cognize then began implementing the final system. The project was conducted with a high level of communication, on time, and, most importantly, with the Cognize team's ongoing initiative.
Immediately after opening the new store, we saw an immediate increase in sales.
After launching the new online store, sales immediately increased. The Cognize team (formerly KMK Group) was able to manage the project independently, working with minimal involvement from the snowboard brand. Their independence and communication skills were also impressive.
(...) we recorded a dynamic increase in our company's turnover
(...) The e-commerce platform they created not only meets all our expectations but also provides enormous opportunities for future technological development. Thanks to the solid technical architecture and innovative features, we have seen dynamic growth in our company's turnover, which we attribute directly to the functionality of the new website. Excellent communication and high availability of the team ensured we could count on support at every stage of the project. (...)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions from companies in the office industry
How to implement a PIM system for an office supplies manufacturer?
If you'd like to learn more about PIM implementations and what to look for when choosing a system, visit our PIM implementation page. An example of such a project from the office industry is the Akeneo PIM implementation with AI modules for Astra Polska – more details will be available soon in a case study on our website.
How to speed up the distribution of product data to the distributor network?
The PIM system enables data to be exported to distribution channels in standardized formats – automatically after each update. Instead of manually sending updated files to dozens of partners, a single entry in PIM triggers distribution to all partners simultaneously.
How does AI support product data management?
In the Astra Polska project, we used AI modules that generated descriptions based on product attributes, supplemented missing data, and translated content into other languages. This reduces catalog processing time and eliminates errors resulting from manual data entry between systems.
Do you have an idea, a ready specification or a business need?
Write to us. We will contact you within 24 hours.