Manage your product data with DistributorCentral's Standard Spreadsheets.
Product Update Method(s)
The Standard DC Spreadsheet must be uploaded to the Bulk Product Manager in your DC account.
Spreadsheet Upload Requirements
- Must follow the Standard DC Spreadsheet formats
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Must export a new spreadsheet from DistributorCentral before applying and uploading product data updates to DC.
This helps to avoid over writing current data that is not reflected in older spreadsheets.
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Must include a complete list of your products every time a spreadsheet is uploaded
Because of how our importer functions, if you don’t include all your products in the spreadsheet you upload, any products that are not listed will be removed from our database.
Data Definitions
Find data definitions and examples in the "Instructions" sheet of your Standard DC Spreadsheet file.
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What type of products does this work best for?
Due to the complexity of the Standard DC Spreadsheets, suppliers who've worked with DC for several years are the primary users of the Standard DC Spreadsheet. This Product Data Update Format consists of 6 unique spreadsheets - each product component has its own spreadsheet:
What if you need to make a change to my Product Data Update Format?
If you find the Standard DC Spreadsheets too complicated, please contact the DC Product Team. We have newer Product Data Update formats that are easier to use and most likely a better fit for you.
Our data experts will review your needs and alert you to any major data structure changes that may result from the transition to a new Product Data Update Format. Then, we'll work with you to change the file format you use to update your DC products.