Order automation (IoT / sensor technology)
Automated triggering of B2B orders based on consumption, IoT or sensor data.
Order automation describes the rule-based, automated recording of requirements and reordering. In avanta, order automation (IoT/sensor technology) is closely interlinked with ERP-First: consumption signals are transferred to ERP processes, including approvals and tracking. In practice, order automation complements the customer portal (transparency & self-service) and the ordering app (mobile control & intervention).
Typical functions
- Minimum stock and consumption logics
- Automated reordering incl. release (function: release workflows)
- customer-specific conditions (function: customer-specific prices & conditions)
- process integration (Glossary: Integration in IT systems)
Advantages for B2B companies
Less manual intervention, fewer incorrect orders, greater delivery capability. Order automation is an efficiency driver for frequent repeat orders, especially in the standard parts industry.
Differentiation from manual ordering processes
Manual processes are prone to errors. Order automation with avanta is scalable, transparent and ERP-led and can be combined with OCI-PunchOut or cXML-PunchOut (if customers order from eProcurement environments).
Practical example / industries
A standard parts supplier uses order automation (IoT/sensor technology) in avanta to convert consumption data from shelf sensors into automatic reorders. Approvals run via approval workflows, transparency for buyers via the customer portal. Practical case: references.