--- title: "B2B order automation: implementation with ERP | ECOPLAN" description: "ECOPLAN automates B2B orders via scanner, Kanban, RFID, dispensing machine, sensor, or AI and passes them to your ERP as an order." url: "https://www.ecoplan.com/en/b2b-commerce/order-automation.php" --- # Order automation for B2B ECOPLAN delivers digital and automated ordering and replenishment processes, connecting demand capture, business logic, and ERP processes into end-to-end workflows. [Request a project](#contact) [Book a call directly](/en/contact/book-a-call.php) Scanner Kanban RFID Vending machines IoT & sensors Email & PDF AI ![Order automation: scanner triggers replenishment, the order goes into the ERP](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/bestellautomation-hero-scanner-nachschub-en.svg) Order automation: scanner triggers replenishment, the order goes into the ERP ![adn](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/adn.svg) ![WashTec](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/washtec.svg) ![TIB Chemicals](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/tib-chemicals.svg) ![sera](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/sera.svg) ![Schweizer Salinen](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/schweizer-salinen.svg) ![rose plastic](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/rose-plastic.svg) ![Purell](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/purell.svg) ![profine](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/profine.svg) ![Pfinder](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/pfinder.svg) ![Oest Gruppe](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/oest.svg) ![Obermeier](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/obermeier.svg) ![Marantec](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/marantec.svg) ![Kora](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/kora.svg) ![Josera](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/josera.svg) ![Gühring](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/guehring.svg) ![Filtration Group](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/filtration-group.svg) ![Farmchamps](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/farmchamps.svg) ![aps](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/aps.svg) ![Amann Group](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/amann.svg) ## Order automation relieves your customers and strengthens customer loyalty Demand can be captured via scanner, Kanban, RFID, vending machine, machine, or sensor and converted directly into orders, replenishment, or approvals. For your customers, this means less ordering effort and more reliable supply. For you as a supplier, it means closer integration into your customers' procurement processes. Less ordering effort Greater supply security Automatic replenishment Stronger customer loyalty ![Replenishment runs automatically: less manual ordering effort, higher supply security and customer loyalty](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/bestellautomation-nachschub-kundenbindung-en.svg) Replenishment runs automatically: less manual ordering effort, higher supply security and customer loyalty ## Different paths lead to automated ordering Order automation connects actual demand directly with the ordering and replenishment process. Withdrawals, consumption, fill levels, empty containers, or incoming orders can automatically trigger the next process steps. ![Icon for scanner & order app](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/icons/scan-barcode.svg) Scanner & order app ### Scanner & order app Employees capture the items they need directly on site. ![Icon for Kanban & RFID](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/icons/nfc.svg) Kanban & RFID ### Kanban & RFID Material consumption, empty containers, or inventory movements can automatically trigger replenishment. RFID can also be used for smart warehouse logistics, for example with intelligent shelves or automatically monitored storage locations. ![Icon for vending machines](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/icons/package-open.svg) Vending machines ### Vending machines Withdrawals are recorded and can be converted directly into ordering or refill processes. ![Icon for machines, IoT & sensors](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/icons/cpu.svg) Machines, IoT & sensors ### Machines, IoT & sensors Fill levels, weights, consumption, or machine states can automatically generate an order. ![Icon for email & PDF with AI support](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/icons/mail.svg) Email & PDF with AI support ### Email & PDF with AI support Incoming orders and documents are automatically recognized, read, and broken down into relevant information. AI can interpret unstructured content, match it against existing customer and article data, and prepare it for further processing in the ordering process. ## From detected demand to an order in the ERP Defined rules apply between signal and order: delivery location, fill quantities, approval scenarios, billing address, payment and shipping methods, and notifications after delivery. ECOPLAN implements these rules and passes the order to the ERP as a sales order, fully automatically or with a review and approval step. **ERP, e.g.:** SAP ![abas logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/logo-abas.svg) abas ![Infor logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/logo-infor.svg) Infor ![proALPHA logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/logo-proalpha.svg) proALPHA ![Microsoft Dynamics logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/logo-microsoft-dynamics-nav-business-central.svg) Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Business Central ![Oracle logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/logo-oracle.svg) Oracle ![Order automation: scanner, Kanban, vending machine, and sensor trigger orders](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/bestellautomation-ausloeser-scanner-kanban-sensor-en.svg) Order automation: scanner, Kanban, vending machine, and sensor trigger orders **Other systems:** Warehouse and logistics systems Kanban systems IoT platforms Vending machines [More about ERP & system integration](/en/integration/) ## Services for automating your ordering processes ECOPLAN analyzes existing ordering, replenishment, and approval processes and connects demand capture, business rules, ERP integration, and the systems involved into a suitable automation solution. Depending on the application, implementation ranges from partially automated workflows with review and approval steps to fully automated ordering and replenishment processes. **01** **Analysis & consulting** **02** **Process design** **03** **Integration** **04** **Automation logic** **05** **Testing & commissioning** **06** **Further development** ## Order automation for different industrial sectors Order automation pays off wherever demand recurs regularly: for tools, C-parts, consumables, bulk goods, or spare parts. ECOPLAN implements it for manufacturers and suppliers with different products and supply processes. [Mechanical engineering](/en/industries/mechanical-engineering.php) [Tools](/en/industries/tools.php) [Chemicals](/en/industries/chemicals.php) [Packaging](/en/industries/packaging.php) [Electrical industry](/en/industries/electrical.php) [Construction](/en/industries/construction.php) [Feed and food](/en/industries/feed-and-food.php) [Our industry experience](/en/industries/) ![Industry catalog with products from different industries](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/agentur/branchenkatalog-produkte-industrien-en.svg) Industry catalog with products from different industries ## ECOPLAN order automation in practice ECOPLAN has implemented a range of automated ordering and replenishment processes in real B2B scenarios. ![Schweizer Salinen logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/ohne-schutzraum-schwarz/schweizer-salinen.svg) Schweizer Salinen ### Schweizer Salinen - food Sensors record the fill levels of road salt silos at road maintenance depots and automatically trigger reorders. ![VOSS Fluid logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/ohne-schutzraum-schwarz/voss-fluid.svg) VOSS Fluid ### VOSS Fluid - mechanical engineering Kanban scenarios control the automatic reordering of materials in production. ![Gühring logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/referenzen/ohne-schutzraum-schwarz/guehring.svg) Gühring ### Gühring - tools Withdrawals from dispensing machines at the customer's site automatically trigger reorders. [View Gühring case study](/en/references/guehring.php) [View B2B e-commerce case studies](/en/references/) ## We work with award-winning solutions avanta awarded as **Leader** in the category "**B2B E-Commerce Platforms & Shop Systems**" on OMR Reviews. [Learn more about the award on avanta.info](https://avanta.info/) ![avanta logo](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/logo/02_Logo_avanta_RGB.svg) avanta ![OMR Reviews Leader badge](/wAssets-ecoplan/img/grafiken/OMR-Badge-1.svg) OMR Reviews Leader badge Project inquiry ## Do you want to automate ordering processes? Whether scanner, Kanban, dispensing machine, IoT sensors, or AI-supported processing of email and PDF orders: ECOPLAN supports you from process analysis through to integration with ERP and existing enterprise systems. **Simply fill out the form. We will get back to you within 2 business days.** If you would rather talk directly, book an appointment with us. You will receive an initial expert assessment, in 30 minutes by video conference. [Book a call directly](/en/contact/book-a-call.php) ## FAQ – Frequently asked questions ### What options are there for automated ordering? ECOPLAN automates orders via scanners and ordering apps, Kanban and RFID, dispensing machines, machines, IoT and sensors, as well as via email and PDF with AI support. The captured demand is passed to the ERP as an order. ### How does an automatic order get into the ERP? Defined rules apply between the signal and the order, for example for delivery location, fill quantities, approvals, billing address, payment method, and shipping method. ECOPLAN implements these rules and passes the order to the ERP as an order, fully automatically or with review and approval steps. ### For which products does order automation pay off? Order automation pays off for products with regularly recurring demand, for example tools, C-parts, consumables, bulk goods, or spare parts. Demand is captured automatically and triggered as an order, instead of being reordered manually. ### How does order automation work for email and PDF orders? Incoming orders and documents are automatically recognized, read, and broken down into relevant information. AI interprets unstructured content, matches it against existing customer and article data, and prepares it for further processing in the ordering process. ### What are the benefits of order automation for suppliers and their customers? Customers have less ordering effort and more reliable supply thanks to automatic replenishment. For suppliers, this creates closer integration into customers' procurement processes and thus stronger customer loyalty. ### What practical examples of order automation are there? At Schweizer Salinen, sensors record the fill levels of road salt silos at road maintenance depots and automatically trigger reorders. At VOSS Fluid, Kanban scenarios control the reordering of materials in production. At Gühring, withdrawals from dispensing machines at the customer's site automatically trigger reorders.