CadConnect
From engineering to master data in Business Central
Construction data ready for Business Central
CadConnect ensures that your engineering data is accurately converted into Business Central master data. Our solution can receive product structures from CAD or PLM systems, but also from Excel, XML, or web services. This makes CadConnect relevant for companies with advanced design systems as well as those not using CAD.
When data is imported, CadConnect provides a complete overview of the entire structure: items, components, operations, and routes. New items are identified automatically, while existing ones are matched with their master data. This allows you to review and validate both BOMs and routes before they are set up in Business Central.
That way, product data is created correctly the first time, as standard Business Central data, without manual entry or integration projects. The result is a stable process that supports engineering, planning, and production.
Key benefits
Accurate master data - no manual entry required
CadConnect imports product structures directly from CAD, PLM, Excel, XML, or web services. Items, BOMs, and routes are set up as standard Business Central data, which helps you avoid manual entry and the errors that often come with it.
One complete view of the entire product structure
Before anything is set up in Business Central, the user gets a full overview of items, components, operations, and routes. This makes it possible to review inventory, quantities, and logic before they become part of the master data.
Automatic recognition of new and existing items
CadConnect automatically identifies new items and recognizes those that already exist in Business Central. This ensures a stable process where master data is not duplicated, and existing items retain their setup.
Quality assurance before creation in Business Central
BOMs and routes can be reviewed and adjusted in CadConnect before they are set up as master data in Business Central. This ensures a more controlled process, so errors are identified before they reach planning and production.
Greater control of the production BOM
Missing materials can be added manually directly to the production BOM, allowing you to ensure that production always has accurate information.
Supports companies with and without CAD
CadConnect works with CAD and PLM data, but also with Excel, XML, or system‑generated structures alone. This makes the solution useful for both advanced engineering teams and companies without design systems.
Closer integration between engineering and production
When product data is accurate and fully up to date, planning and production can start without rework. This creates a more stable process across departments and reduces the time spent on changes.
Consistent and repeatable process for new products
CadConnect ensures that new products and changes are handled consistently every time. This results in higher‑quality master data and makes the process less dependent on individual employees.
Better data foundation for post‑calculation and reporting
When master data is created correctly, post‑calculations, consumption, and cost tracking become more accurate. This improves both financial follow‑up and planning.
Faster construction-to-production transition
Built-in product modeling ensures that construction BOMs can be converted into production-ready BOMs. This reduces manual work and speeds up the handover to manufacturing.
Seamless master data creation in Business Central
Once everything is approved, master data is created directly as standard Business Central data, providing a more stable process without integrations or manual steps.
Key features
Avoid double keying your CAD data
CadConnect imports product structures directly into Business Central so items, components, and BOMs don’t require manual entry. This saves time and reduces errors.
Handle quotes without item setup first
Sales BOMs and specifications can be built in CadConnect before items are created in Business Central . When a quote becomes an order, master data can be created directly from the structure.
Create variants from existing products
CadConnect allows Business Central product data to be used for creating variants. Starting from an existing product, components, quantities, or structure can be adjusted - giving a fast and controlled process.
Manage product versions the BC way
CadConnect supports versioning of BOMs and items in line with Business Centrals standard features. This provides better control during ongoing product changes.
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