The information management and data intelligence company Akeneo launched its newest product, the Akeneo Supplier Data Manager, October 17.

This new tool allows users to collect product data from suppliers in two different ways. One method enables suppliers to upload their own files to the Akeneo Product Information Management (PIM) platform. The other way allows suppliers to fill out a template that can be downloaded, filled out and re-uploaded to the PIM platform.

The Akeneo Supplier Data Manager feature also allows suppliers to upload media files to the platform.

“Akeneo is one of the only PXM solutions on the market that provides solutions for both brands/manufacturers and retailers/distributors which gives us a unique perspective on how those companies rely on each other to deliver product experiences,” said Kristin Naragon, the chief strategy and marketing officer of Akeneo. “This is why we are so excited about our newly enhanced Akeneo Supplier Data Manager and Unifai capabilities to help our customers improve their collaboration across the product information supply chain.”