Time is a critical factor in the project business. Engineering and procurement must work together seamlessly—without data format issues or manual intermediate steps. With erp4cad, you can access up-to-date CAD data directly from the ERP system. Thanks to the integration of PDM/PLM systems, the required neutral formats (e.g., STEP, DXF, PDF) are automatically generated and made available in an audit-proof manner. This completely eliminates the need for manual exporting or rework in the design department.
Your benefit:
Faster quoting and ordering processes
Audit-compliant and always up-to-date data
Significant reduction in manual tasks
Faster project turnaround thanks to automated standard processes
In the " Special Purpose Machinery Manufacture ," mechatronics is the norm. Mechanical and electrical engineering are intertwined—yet there are often separate BOMs with redundant data. erp4cad intelligently merges E-CAD and M-CAD data to create a combined, mechatronic BOM. Redundancies are avoided, information remains consistent, and changes are immediately visible across all departments. The centralized database provides clarity—from engineering to purchasing.
Your benefit:
A transparent, cross-functional BOM
Automatic linking without friction losses
Less coordination effort between departments
Real-time data
Purchased parts with long lead times, in particular, must be identified early on and properly planned for. In complex projects, manually updating BOMs is error-prone and time-consuming. erp4cad automatically assigns purchased parts to the correct bill of materials item throughout the course of the project—even when changes or additions are made. This ensures that the structure remains consistent and traceable at all times.
Your benefit:
Automated assignment with high process transparency
Minimizing Sources of Error
Early Assurance of Supply
Clear Traceability Within the Project
Global supply chains are volatile. Availability, prices, and delivery times can change at short notice.
erp4cad supports the purchasing department with:
Real-time information on requirements and project status
Transparent Planning of Project-Related Materials
Early Detection of Critical Components
Consistent documentation of all procurement processes
This allows risks to be identified early on and alternatives to be evaluated in a timely manner .
The demands on the mechanical engineering industry are increasing: shorter project timelines, greater variety of product variants, and mounting cost pressures.
That's exactly where erp4cad comes in—with:
End-to-End CAD-ERP Integration
Automated Procurement Processes
Standardized Workflows
Clear data structure without media breaks
Scalable integration options into existing IT environments
The result: A shopping experience that doesn't just react—it takes action.
Nataša Gödde works in marketing at all4cad GmbH and is passionate about anything that makes technology easier to understand. Whether it’s ERP, PDM, or digital processes—she combines technical expertise with clear communication to explain complex topics clearly and concisely.
BOM is close to her heart—because it shows how many individual parts come together to form a whole.
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