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About

The interactive parts catalogs are an essential tool for companies with an outstanding aftersales management. The catalogs created through Components Engine can be published over the web, offline and in PDF. The 3D parts catalog is the new frontier of the spare parts management. Components Engine allows you to create intuitive, user-friendly and interactive 3D parts catalogs. Components Engine Claims is the new feature to handle claims under warranty completely embedded in the online parts catalog. It enables you to obtain a clear and seamless process to improve your efficiency and customer satisfaction. Components Engine offers its wide experience to create interactive parts catalogs and in PDF, web portal to handle aftersales services and web solutions to store technical documentation online.

About

Partly PIM is a dedicated Product Information Management tool for auto parts. Category managers use Partly to structure their parts and compatibility data using the Partly Data Standard, and export data to their website, marketplaces and other standards. Partly is able to support: - Taxonomy and classification - Vehicle fitment - Product ingestion and transformation - Data standard conversion - Digital asset management (DAM) - Localization and multilingual support - Data governance and quality assurance

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Anyone looking for a spare parts management solution

Audience

Auto parts sellers/dealers/distributors, manufacturers, marketplaces

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

€200/month
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

Enquire for pricing
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.9 / 5
design 4.6 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.7 / 5
features 4.3 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • After almost a year of using Components Engine daily in our company, I can honestly say it's one of the best choices we've made for after-sales service. The 3D catalog management is truly excellent. We import models directly from our PLM (we use Windchill), and in just a few hours the catalog is online, complete with exploded views, bills of materials, and technical metadata. We no longer have to manually redo the drawings: the software takes the data from the PLM and automatically generates the 3D viewer. The viewer is what impressed me most: it's incredibly fast, even with complex machinery (agricultural and industrial machinery with hundreds of parts). It loads in seconds, rotates smoothly, allows you to explode views, hide components, and find spare parts by searching by part number or name. It works flawlessly, whether on a desktop or a tablet in the field. Our technicians and end customers love it because they finally see exactly what part they need and how to assemble it, significantly reducing incorrect orders. Integration with PLM was easier than I expected. Once the workflow was configured, every revision update in PLM is almost automatically reflected in the catalog. This saved us a lot of time and eliminated version errors.
  • Components Engine has really made a difference for us when it comes to managing spare parts. Integration with our PDM was incredibly quick: models, BOMs and revisions sync seamlessly – no more scattered files or outdated versions floating around. Once connected, everything is there, updated in real time. Then the automation of spare parts master data with the ERP system via REST API is a godsend: stock and pricing flow automatically, updating every time there’s a movement or a price list change, and goodbye to those classic manual copy-paste errors that used to drive us mad. Huge time savings for the warehouse and procurement department.
  • The platform delivers a truly 360° after-sales management experience. The interactive 3D parts catalog (IPC) is outstanding on its own, but the real strength lies in the full ecosystem: all modules work seamlessly together — nothing feels bolted on. The Plus module allowed us to centralize all the information dealers need — user manuals, technical documentation, installation guides — in one always-accessible place. This alone eliminated a constant flow of repetitive requests to our internal team, freeing up significant time and reducing friction across the board. The Claims module has delivered excellent results in managing on-field interventions: from opening a claim to tracking resolution, the entire workflow is clear, traceable, and efficient — with a direct positive impact on after-sales service quality. Spare parts order accuracy improved dramatically. The combination of the 3D catalog and integrated ordering module drastically reduced wrong selections and errors — previously a source of costly returns and delays. On top of that, full order visibility from placement to fulfillment means dealers can track every order in real time without ever needing to contact our back-office. The technical team is genuinely exceptional: skilled, experienced, and proactive. The ERP integration was complex but handled with great coordination and delivered exactly what was needed. The business results speak for themselves: significant improvement in back-office and front-office performance, meaningful reduction in operational costs, more customers managed by the same team, and stronger customer loyalty — dealers who feel supported and in control simply don't leave.
  • Components Engine has enabled us to make a significant leap forward in terms of spare parts. We use Inventor for 3D models and integration is extremely fast: import the file and in a moment you have the interactive exploded view ready, without any oddities or endless conversions. It also works well with our PDM, keeping data synchronised without any hassle. Then there's automation with management software via REST API: prices, codes, availability and everything else updates itself, with no manual entries and no more silly mistakes. It's a godsend for the technical office and for those in the warehouse.
  • In my experience, the integration between Autodesk Inventor 3D and HubSpot CRM managed by Components Engine has been very effective. The 3D models are imported while maintaining the correct structure and hierarchies, and can be linked directly to item codes, bills of materials and customer records in the CRM. This creates continuity between the technical department and after-sales, reducing errors and data duplication. I particularly appreciated the ability to navigate the 3D exploded view in a web environment and link it to tickets or sales opportunities, with information that is always consistent and up to date.

Cons

  • Honestly, I don't have any major weaknesses to report. At first, I was worried that the 3D viewer might be heavy or slow on less-than-optimal connections, but that wasn't the case: even with large files, it performs well. Technical support is truly responsive and knowledgeable. Whenever we had a question or needed customization, they responded quickly (often within the same day) and solved the problem precisely. It's clear they know both the software and the needs of those who work with CAD and PLM.
  • Cons? None, really. The technical support is top-notch: Italian, responsive, they immediately understand what you’re talking about and resolve issues without wasting your time.
  • Integration with smaller or non-standard ERP systems requires dedicated technical support. That said, the Components Engine team has always been fully up to the task — responsive, well-coordinated, and effective. It is worth factoring in during the implementation phase, but it has never been a blocker.
  • Well, honestly, I don't have any. In fact, it was quick to set up (start-up in a few weeks, not months of running-in), and the technical support is top-notch: Italian, responsive, quick to resolve issues and quick to understand the real problems.
  • I did not encounter any particular issues. The case studies are clear and very comprehensive, and clearly demonstrate the benefits of integration between the technical area and CRM.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • - Very easy to update or generate fitment data - Clone existing fitment from other brands - Reconciling data has become better with the new Dashboard - Great support - Great vehicle selector - Large database
  • PartsPal was extremely easy to set up on my store. The Partly team was happy to set everything up for me, making it super simple. They then helped teach me how to add parts myself and their fitments. The user interface is easy to use and parts can be added with a few simple clicks.
  • Cool service with extensive and modern API we use it to build our service. Definitely recommend it.

Cons

  • - Still a new app, but the team are working really hard to make changes fast and stable.
  • This isn't necessarily a con, but PartsPal has a lot of room for potential. Considering it is entirely built by the Partly team, it allows for wiggle room for features to be added frequently to combat my competitors. Some examples are to add a 'Garage' where customers can save their cars info so they can always see if any part fits. A feature where customers can see if any part has a Fitment, General Fitment or Performance Fitment.
  • There are nothing that i can add as "minus" beside that there are not all car instances' part_types has with parts numbers.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Components Engine
Founded: 2002
Italy
www.componentsengine.com

Company Information

Partly Group
Founded: 2020
United Kingdom
www.partly.com

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Categories

Categories

Catalog Management Features

Catalog Creation
Content Library
Content Management
Cross Selling Functionality
Custom Product Attributes
Customizable Catalogs
Desktop Publishing
Pricing Management
Product Comparison
Search

Catalog Management Features

Catalog Creation
Content Library
Content Management
Cross Selling Functionality
Custom Product Attributes
Customizable Catalogs
Desktop Publishing
Pricing Management
Product Comparison
Search

Auto Dealer Features

Accounting
Buy-Here-Pay-Here
Collections Management
Contact Database
Customer Database
Document Management
F&I Management
Financing Management
Form Printing
Inventory Management
Lease Management
New Car Dealer
New Car Lot
Online Inventory
Parts Management
Sales Management
Service Department
Used Car Lot
Website Integration

Inventory Management Features

Alerts/Notifications
Barcoding / RFID
Forecasting
Inventory Optimization
Kitting
Manufacturing Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Multi-Channel Management
Product Identification
Reorder Management
Reporting/Analytics
Retail Inventory Management
Supplier Management
Warehouse Management

PIM Features

Content Syndication
Data Modeling
Data Quality Control
Digital Asset Management
Documentation Management
Master Record Management
Version Control

Integrations

Azure API Apps
HubSoft
HubSpot Online Form Builder
Microsoft Azure
OAuth
Salesforce
Shopify
eBay

Integrations

Azure API Apps
HubSoft
HubSpot Online Form Builder
Microsoft Azure
OAuth
Salesforce
Shopify
eBay
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