Here are some practical use cases for the Entity Treeviews (ETV) app that you can include in your documentation to help users better understand its value:

Use Case Examples for Entity Treeviews (ETV)

1. Customer Portfolio Management

Organize customers into hierarchical groups based on region, business unit, or account type. This allows for targeted rebate agreements or commission structures tailored to specific customer segments.

Example:
A company creates a treeview with top-level nodes for each continent, sub-nodes for countries, and further divisions by customer type (e.g., retail, wholesale).

2. Vendor File Structuring

Group vendors by product category, geographic location, or strategic importance. This helps streamline procurement processes and manage supplier relationships more effectively.

Example:
Vendors are categorized into “Raw Materials,” “Packaging,” and “Logistics,” with subcategories for local vs. international suppliers.

3. Item Catalog Organization

Create a multi-level structure for product lines, categories, and SKUs. This is useful for applying pricing rules, discounts, or promotional campaigns across product families.

Example:
A retailer builds a treeview starting with “Electronics,” branching into “Mobile Devices,” “Laptops,” and “Accessories,” each with specific SKUs.

4. Sales Organization Mapping

Define sales territories, teams, and representatives in a structured format. This supports commission calculations and performance tracking.

Example:
A sales treeview includes “North America” → “East Coast” → “Team A” → “Rep 1,” enabling granular commission tracking.