# Categorization

Optimizing product Categories for improved navigation and performance.

**Learning objectives**

After completing this module, you should be able to:

- Define the role of Categories in Product data modeling and be able to define, create, and manage Category structures that align with business objectives, enhance user experience, and drive sales.
- Apply best practices to optimize Category usage, improving search performance, navigation, and product visibility across channels and regions.
- Recognize the limitations and challenges associated with Category structures and develop strategies for effective refactoring, optimization, and continuous improvement.

**Agenda**

1. [Structure your product Categories](/learning-model-your-product-catalog/categorization/structure-your-product-categories.md)
2. [Best practices and advanced Category management](/learning-model-your-product-catalog/categorization/best-practices-and-advanced-category-management.md)
3. [Learning check](/learning-model-your-product-catalog/categorization/learning-check.md)

**Prerequisites**

- [Product data modeling](/learning-model-your-product-catalog/product-modeling/overview.md) module

**Audience**

- Solution architects responsible for configuring and managing product Categories.
- Digital commerce managers responsible for managing Categories on a day to day basis.

## Related pages

- [Area overview page with navigation](/learning-model-your-product-catalog.md)
- [Next page: Structure your product Categories](/learning-model-your-product-catalog/categorization/structure-your-product-categories.md)