Do you want to digitize steel certificates and integrate them with your ERP or PLM? With AFP® by Need Steel, the transition to digital steel certification is fast, secure, and seamless. Our solution is designed for steel, manufacturing, and metalworking companies that want to automate document management and simplify workflows.
1. Initial analysis and mapping of steel certificates
It all starts with a preliminary analysis phase, during which our experts collaborate with your team to map the types of certificates (EN 10204 type 3.1, green steel, carbon footprint, etc.) and identify the volumes of steel handled. This step is crucial to customize the AFP® solution to your company’s specific needs, avoiding unexpected issues during implementation.
2. Custom API development for ERP and PLM
We then move on to the development phase of custom APIs designed to ensure seamless integration with ERP and PLM systems (such as SAP, Oracle, Siemens Teamcenter, etc.). Thanks to intuitive and high-performance RESTful interfaces, every step — from uploading digital certificates to automatic fragmentation based on processing — is managed in real time, eliminating manual inputs and errors.
3. Migration and validation of existing certificates
Once the endpoints are completed, the digital warehouse of steel certificates is created. All historical documentation is automatically migrated and validated in the cloud, ensuring immediate and centralized access to certification data, also for audits and quality inspections.
4. Testing, training, and activation in less than 2 months
The final phase includes interoperability testing, load testing, and staff training through manuals, video tutorials, and live Q&A sessions. With direct support from our specialists, the activation of AFP® proceeds smoothly. In less than 60 days, your company will be able to digitally certify every steel shipment with a system fully integrated into your management software.
Why choose AFP® for the digitization of steel certificates?
- Drastic reduction of errors thanks to automation
- Time savings in document management
- Guaranteed compliance with industry standards
- Rapid integration with existing ERP and PLM systems
- Immediate access to certificates, even remotely
Do you want to find out how to digitize steel certification in your company? Contact us for a free demo of AFP® and start your journey towards automation.
