Implementing B2B Connex

Learn the setup process from start to finish

Integration

B2B Connex needs to connect to one of more of your existing ERP systems. This leads to the requirement for an integration process that reads data from, and writes data to those ERP sytems.

The integration of the B2B Connex Customer portal is usually done by exchanging XML messages, often in the form of flat files transferred between systems. The XML formats are not set, but can be any format depending mainly on the ERP system being connected. If there is not already an XML based integration available for the target ERP system, one will have to be created for each of the types of business documents desired (Purchase Order, Purchase Order Confirmation, Invoice, etc.). The creation of new integrations can be provided by our in services or by in-house staff. If in-house staff are doing the integration development there will be a need for several days of consulting services staff to provide the initial understanding of the techniques required to successfully build this integration.

Compatible With

ERP_Compatible_with_SAP
ERP compatible with JDEdwards
ERP_Compatible_with_AdvantisPRO
ERP_Compatible_with_AdvantisXA
ERP_Compatible_with_IBM_Maximo
ERP_Compatible_with_Epicor
ERP_Compatible_with_Intuitive
ERP_Compatible_with_Infor_Lawson_M3
ERP_Compatible_with_Mosaic
ERP_Compatible_with_IBM_Maximo

If your ERP/MRP/EAM/MRO solution is not listed here, then please feel free to contact us.

Installation

The installation can usually be done in one or two days depending on the complexity of the requirements. For instance, a single server installation that is installed behind a pre-existing firewall might take less than one day, but a more complex installation including multiple servers in a clustered configuration for load balancing could take 2-3 days to install and verify.

Configuration

There are many configuration options that need to be set during the implementation of a new instance. This increases with the number of business documents that are being deployed (PO, Invoice, RFQ, etc.) as well as the optional use of additional modules such as the Vendor Information Centre or the B2B Direct module that provides EDI functionality. This configuration can take from one day to a week or occasionally longer depending on this complexity.

Training

The training of business people is not a lengthy process. This can be done in 2 to 3 days depending on the scale of the implementation as well as the number of people taking part. Business training is given to buyers, managers, A/P personnel etc. to give them an understanding of the work flow in the product and administrative training is given to the staff assigned to support the portal. Supplier training can also be arranged or a “train-the-trainer” approach can be used where our staff will instruct your personnel about how to train the suppliers that will be asked to access the system.

Supplier Rollout

There is a recommended procedure used to bring new suppliers onto the system. This includes ensuring that the suppliers can access the software, that the appropriate information about the supplier is known (email addresses, etc.), and that the suppliers receive the appropriate training on the use of the system. The total time required to bring a single supplier on-board is usually measured in hours rather than days, so this process is minimal provided that you have a process in place.

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