From May 19 to 20, 2026, ECLASS e.V. successfully showcased its work at the BME eLÖSUNGSTAGE in Düsseldorf. At the joint booth with IT service provider PARADINE, Reinhard Pohn (PARADINE) and Jerome Blum and André Lindner (ECLASS Office) engaged in in-depth discussions with numerous interested visitors, particularly from procurement departments of industrial companies.
ECLASS as a Driving Force in ERP Modernization and Data Management
A central topic of the discussions was the modernization of ERP systems, with the transition from SAP R/3 to SAP S/4HANA being mentioned particularly frequently. These transformation phases provide an ideal opportunity to reevaluate and expand the strategic use of ECLASS. ECLASS plays a pivotal role in this process by providing a uniform foundation for product group structures, improving data quality, and increasing efficiency in procurement processes. The key takeaway: When adapting data structures and systems, consider integrating standardized product data from the beginning.
Companies are increasingly seeking practical solutions to leverage their suppliers’ product and service data. ECLASS allows for more structured data collection and comparison, as well as automated processing of this data. These improvements lead to greater transparency in procurement and promote comprehensive digitization and automation throughout the entire process chain.
