ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers
for the AI-enabled Supply Chain
Accuracy in every Part Number
What is the ISO 8000-115 International Part Number?
An International Part Number (IPN) is a part number (product identifier), formatted in compliance with ISO 8000-115 to be a quality identifier, which contains a prefix that unambiguously identifies the owner of the part number, for example via the company’s International Business Registration Number (IBRN). It ensures that a part number is a unique and unambiguous identifier of a product, and can be verified with the product owner.
The accuracy and validity of part numbers is vital before their inclusion in a purchase order or RFP. Part numbers that are formatted as ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers make product data within your ERP or Master Data Management (MDM) systems easier and cost less to manage.
The ISO 8000-115 Standard can be purchased direct from ISO, https://www.iso.org/standard/88847.html, or from your national standards body.
How can I ensure my part numbers are formatted as ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers?
ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers are simple to implement (only applies to data, and requires no application changes). First we recommend you purchase the ISO Standard direct from ISO, https://www.iso.org/standard/88847.html, or from your national standards body.
Next you can use our short Guide to help you prepare and then self-declare that your part numbers (product identifiers) are formatted as ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers.
Once you have confirmed that your part number formatting conforms to the ISO 8000-115 Standard, you can Self-declare that your part numbers are correctly formatted and use the logo we’ve produced to confirm your use of the International Part Numbers with trading partners.
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Why format part numbers as ISO 8000-115 International Part Numbers?
The management and verification of part numbers (product identifiers) within supply chain/procurement systems creates a significant management cost for companies. Manufacturer-issued part numbers may be unique to a specific manufacturer but are not globally unique. They may also be replaced or modified by distributor or reseller suppliers. The accuracy and validity of part numbers is vital prior to their inclusion in a purchase order or RFP to ensure the correct goods/services are ordered and paid for.
Formatting part numbers as International Part Numbers (IPN), compliant with ISO 8000-115, makes product data easier to manage at lower cost within a Buyer’s ERP or Master Data Management (MDM) systems. It ensures that a part number is a unique and unambiguous and can be verified with the product owner. It is simple to implement (only applies to data, and requires no application changes), makes it easier to exchange data with reduced errors, and makes it easier to validate part numbers before their inclusion in purchase orders or RFPs.
The IPN also benefits Manufacturers by protecting their brand identity (Part numbers are copyright. The prefix element of the IPN identifies the copyright owner.)