Indesign App by Univio

App to integrate Ergonode with Adobe Indesign via Univio service.

Introduction

The Indesign App by Univio bridges the gap between Ergondoe PIM and InDesign, enabling seamless data exchange directly within the design environment. Designed to enhance your creative workflow, this plugin eliminates the need to switch between multiple applications while working on marketing materials, product catalogs, and design projects. Graphic designers can now fetch product data, images, descriptions, and metadata directly from Ergonode PIM without leaving Adobe InDesign.

Key Features

• Direct PIM Integration: Connect your Ergonode PIM instance directly to Adobe InDesign without manual data export/import processes.

• Product Data Access: Retrieve product information including images, names, descriptions, and custom attributes directly from your PIM system.

• Advanced Search & Browse: Search, filter, and browse products by product class and language, allowing you to quickly locate the exact items needed for your design projects.

• Multi-Select Functionality: Select multiple products at once and insert them with their associated data and images into your layouts simultaneously.

• Batch Edit Feature: Automatically populate multiple text and image fields across design elements using the Batch Edit function, significantly speeding up production workflows.

• Detailed Data Preview: View comprehensive product information including attributes, classifications, and media before inserting into your designs.

• One-Click Content Updates: Refresh product data in existing layouts with a single click, ensuring designs always reflect the latest information from your PIM.

• Language & Regional Variants: Support for multiple language versions and promotional/regional product variants.

• Session Management: Secure authentication with Ergonode PIM through a straightforward login interface.

Additional Functions

• Detailed Preview Panel: Examine complete product details including dimensions, attributes, classifications, and available media before committing changes to your design.

• Attribute Tabs: Access organized views of product attributes, classifications, and media assets to make informed design decisions.

• Multi-Language Support: Switch between language variants without restarting the plugin, allowing you to design materials for different markets seamlessly.

• Regional Variants: Access promotional and regional variations of products to support localized marketing campaigns.

Running the plugin

How to connect Ergonode PIM to Adobe InDesign? | PIM plugin by Univio

Step 1: Authentication & Initial Setup

Launch the Univio PIM plugin from Adobe InDesign. Upon first use, you'll need to log in with your Ergonode PIM credentials to establish a secure connection between the two systems.

Step 2: Select Product Class & Language

After authentication, choose:

• Product Class: Select the category of products you want to work with

• Language: Choose the language variant for product data

These selections determine which product data will be displayed in your browsing interface.

Step 3: Search & Browse Products

Use the plugin's search interface to:

• Search for specific products by name or attributes

• Browse products in the selected class

• View product thumbnails and basic information

• Filter results based on your criteria

Step 4 : Select Products

Check the boxes next to products you want to insert into your design. You can select:

• Single products for targeted insertions

• Multiple products for batch operations

Step 5: Insert Products into Layouts

Once selected, insert your chosen products and their associated data into your Adobe InDesign layouts. The plugin automatically places:

• Product images

• Text descriptions

• Custom attribute values

• Additional metadata

Step 6: Batch Edit (Optional)

For efficient workflow management, use the Batch Edit feature to:

• Automatically fill multiple text fields across selected design elements

• Insert or update images in multiple layouts simultaneously

• Apply consistent formatting across product materials

Step 7: Refresh Data

When product information changes in your PIM system:

1. Select the content in your layout

2. Click the "Refresh Data" button

3. The plugin updates all fields with current information from Ergonode PIM

Known app limitations

• Plugin Architecture: This is a direct integration plugin designed for core PIM-to-InDesign connectivity. For complex workflows requiring custom mapping or advanced transformations, professional integration services may be recommended.

• Image Handling: Ensure product images in your PIM system are optimized for web use. Very large or uncompressed images may impact performance during insertion.

• Language Support: Product attribute options in select and multiselect types should use lowercase letters for consistent rendering.

• Batch Operations: Performance may vary based on the number of products being processed simultaneously. Batches of 50+ products may require extended processing time.

• Session Duration: Authentication sessions have a limited duration. If you experience connection drops during extended work sessions, log in again.

Workflow Benefits

• Reduced Design Time : Eliminate manual data entry and image sourcing by pulling all product information directly from your PIM system.

• Error Reduction : Automatic data population reduces the risk of typos, outdated information, or incorrect product details in your designs.

• Consistency Assurance : All product information displayed in designs is always synchronized with your source data in Ergonode PIM.

• Team Efficiency : Designers work faster with all necessary information in one place, reducing context switching and communication overhead.

• Scalability : Handle large catalogs and multiple product variations efficiently without complex manual workflows.

Best Practices

1. Verify Product Classes: Before starting a design project, confirm you have selected the correct product class from your PIM

2. Review Language Settings: Double-check language selection to ensure you're working with the correct variant

3. Use Preview Before Inserting: Always preview product data before inserting to verify accuracy

4. Leverage Batch Edit: Use batch operations for projects with many products to save significant time

5. Regular Data Refresh: Update product data regularly during long design sessions to catch any PIM changes

6. Organize Selections: When working with multiple products, select them in groups related to their use in the layout

This integration represents a modern approach to streamlining designer workflows by eliminating the traditional gap between product information systems and creative design tools. By keeping your team in the design environment rather than forcing constant context switching, the Univio PIM plugin for Adobe InDesign enables faster, more accurate, and more efficient product marketing material production.