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The PIE Technology Platform
The PIE (Product Information Exchange) Technology Platform facilitates the exchange of rich content product information between manufacturers and distributors of industrial products.
BSA Committees and Task Forces
Committee Purpose
To enhance the relationship between distributor and manufacturer and in so doing enhance their image to the customer. Inherent in this purpose is the long-term viability and value of BSA.
Task Forces:
- Excellence Awards Task Force
- Marketing/Social Media Task Force
- Sensor Technology Task Force
Committee Purpose
To develop or identify and recommend educational materials which will enhance expertise in the industry.
Task Forces:
- Bearing Curriculum Advisory Group
- CBS/Publication Review Combined Task Force
- HR Subcommittee
Committee Purpose
Ensure members are involved and continuing to receive value from their BSA membership.
Task Forces:
- Committee Meeting Engagement Task Force
- Women in Industry Task Force
Committee Purpose
To promote BSA membership to qualified non-member bearing distributors, to identify and nominate officers and members to serve on the BSA Board of Directors and more.
Task Forces:
- Membership Advisory Committee
Committee Purpose
To keep apprised of advancements and improvements in information technology and distributor supply chain efficiencies and develop, as may be appropriate, specific recommendations for them.
Task Forces:
- Digital Supply Chain Forum Task Force
- PAR Task Force
- Sustainability Task Force
Committee Purpose
To oversee the management of the PIE (Product Information Exchange) Technology Platform, which facilitates the exchange of rich content product information between manufacturers and authorized distributors of industrial products.


