What is Material Search and Discovery?

Material search and discovery is the process of locating and identifying accurate material records across systems such as ERP, MRO inventory, and procurement platforms. It helps organizations reduce duplicate entries, improve data quality, and ensure engineers, buyers, and maintenance teams can access the right information quickly.

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Why is Material Search and Discovery Important?

Without proper search and discovery tools, companies face challenges like:

Duplicate or inconsistent material master data.
Wasted time spent searching across multiple systems.
Increased costs due to incorrect ordering or surplus stock.
Reduced reliability in spare parts management and supply chain optimization.

Efficient discovery ensures better control of material lifecycles and improves decision-making across operations.

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How Sharecat Supports Material Search and Discovery

Sharecat Data Services delivers structured and high-quality material search and discovery by:

Cleansing and enriching material identification and BOM (Bill of Materials) data.
Providing standardized catalogues aligned with UNSPSC codes and ISO 8000 data quality standards.
Linking data seamlessly with MRO supply chain, procurement master data, and inventory optimization.
Ensuring fast, accurate access to materials for engineers and procurement specialists.

With Sharecat’s expertise, companies gain improved visibility, reliability, and efficiency in managing material data.

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What is Material Search and Discovery?