Part I - Introduction

The WebSphere Product Center User Guide introduces and explains the functional components of WebSphere Product Center’s core modules. Users unfamiliar with the WebSphere Product Center environment are recommended to read the "WebSphere Product Center: Overview" document, which provides the basic concepts that are used by the WebSphere Product Center application.

Part I – Navigation
Learn how to navigate WebSphere Product Center, customize the home page, and configure user settings.

Part II - Product Manager
Learn about the primary PIM (Product Information Management) module. This section should be read by users who manage product information on a daily basis, i.e. Content Managers, Product Managers, Pricing Specialists, etc.

Part III – Collaboration Manager
Learn how information is imported into and exported from WebSphere Product Center. View the list of files that are stored in the Document Store. Create and manage workflows. 

Part IV Data Model Manager
Learn how to manage scheduled activities, alerts and external communication. Create and edit specifications and mappings. Administer organizations, users, roles and privileges. View and create scripts.

Part V - System Administrator
Learn how to use the functional tools available to troubleshoot and maintain the WebSphere Product Center Application. Review configuration settings and application performance measurements. View various log files and system status information, as needed.

Note: Information in this document is subject to change. Graphics that appear in this document may not appear identical to what is displayed on the user’s screen due to the  version of WebSphere Product Center installed.