Attribute Sets

What is an attribute set in a PIM?

An attribute set is a customisable set of fields that lets you adapt the structure of a single product document type to specific needs, depending on the product category or family. It provides essential flexibility for managing varied products within the same PIM (Product Information Management) system, without multiplying data models.

For example, a generic document type such as "Colour reference" can be used for both a red jumper and a black shoe. Yet the attributes needed to describe these products differ: a jumper needs fields such as "composition", "size" or "care instructions", while a shoe requires information on "sole type", "shoe size" or "material". Attribute sets let you configure these fields dynamically, depending on the product in question.

This approach simplifies catalogue management and improves data quality. By centralising information in the PIM, teams gain efficiency while ensuring every product has the relevant attributes for its search visibility and distribution across sales channels.