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robert
Ideator I
7 years ago

Aras to SAP and Salesforce data exchange

Hi,

I wonder what methods are you using for data exchange between Aras PLM and other systems like Salesforce or SAP?

Are these community applications, some dedicated pieces of coding or other? I am looking for any advice or experience you may have.

Thank you for all your help

Robert

9 Replies

  • I think for both system many of the Aras partners offers integration solution. But if you do not fear coding, you can also do it by yourself.

    As far I as know, both Salesforce and SAP support communication with REST. So it should be possible to use a federation approach to connect these systems. 

    This video from Minerva actually shows exactly this kind of integration:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqn-rtKg1zA&feature=youtu.be 

  • We (Plural Technology) have used middle ware: JBoss Fuse, Cloud based API gateway services (Azure, AWS), Mulesoft for data exchange, in the past.

    Traditionally, we developed custom SOAP connectors, Web services based integrations to connect to Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Salesforce, AS400 based ERP applications. For SAP you have connectors available from some Aras Partners.

  • SAP Business ByDesign is loaded with functionalities that your business needs to boost profitability, you should not trust any inexperienced partner for its implementation. Hence, choosing the right and reliable SAP Business One Partner in Dubai UAE is essential.

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    I think if you have good command in Coding then you can do it easily.

    Another think for sap and Salesforce data exchange queries you can contact the Best SAP business one partner

    Thanks!

    • Anonymous's avatar
      Anonymous
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      SAP is very integrated into the ERP part, which SF does not have. Nevertheless, SAP CRM is rather old and cunning, compared to Salesforce at any rate how shiny it is. SAP4HANA is also somewhat convulsed even if the cloud is based. If you still use it on perm, it could be an interesting touchpoint (not compared to SAP4HANA on a private cloud).

      Also, when comparing costs, be careful to emphasize that you only pay for licenses at Techloyce. You don't need to pay server or maintenance costs (something that is often done in the SAP environment), plus no upgrades, you get the biggest and the latest.

  • Anonymous's avatar
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    It is releasing Clover connectors for ARAS Innovator, SAP, NetSuite, and Salesforce. Clover will allow the sharing of business, product and project data, such as customer and supplier information and items and bills, and project accounting data and services data, to increase profitability and facilitate on-time delivery projects and products throughout the organization. Clover is more than just a middleware. It ensures that data flows are consistent with context to increase process efficiency and data integrity. if you have any queries you can contact the Best SAP business one partner

  • Hi robert 

    Here are some common integration approaches to consider for Aras data sync:

    1)View-Only Integration (Plugin Required):

    You can only view data in Aras from other systems such as Salesforce and SAP in view only mode.

    Here, you will not be able to edit or collaborate, which means no updates are shared between Aras and Salesforce automatically.

    2) Adhoc or Manual Sync:

    Whenever you need to integrate, you'll have to manually select requirements and trigger the sync from the Aras UI. This interrupts the normal workflow, as users will experience changes in their usual process, and there won't be seamless collaboration between systems.

    Since the sync is manual, if the trigger is forgotten, missed, or delayed, the data won't be updated on time, causing potential sync issues

    3) Automated Continuous Sync:

    You can have real-time, bidirectional sync, keeping Aras and other systems up-to-date automatically without manual intervention.

    The sync operates continuously, ensuring seamless data flow without manual interference.

    You may consider OpsHub for the bidirectional, reliable and scalable sync of Aras with prebuilt 60+ connectors including SAP, Salesforce etc. You can easily configure the sync without much technical knowledge.

    Hope this helps!

      

  • Hi Robert, 

     

    Here are some common integration approaches for syncing Aras data with other systems like Salesforce or SAP:

    1. View-Only Integration (Plugin Required)
    This allows you to view external system data (like Salesforce) within Aras. However, it’s read-only—you can’t make updates or collaborate across systems, and changes don’t sync back automatically.

    2. Manual or Ad-Hoc Sync
    Some tools support manual syncs triggered from the Aras UI. This approach can disrupt workflows, since users need to remember to trigger the sync. If it's missed or delayed, data may fall out of sync—causing inconsistency and rework.

    3. Automated, Bidirectional Sync
    This setup enables real-time, automatic updates between Aras and systems like SAP, Jira, or Salesforce. No need for manual triggers—data stays aligned on both sides, supporting better collaboration and traceability.

    If you're exploring automated sync options, platforms like OpsHub offer prebuilt connectors for 70+ systems (including Salesforce and SAP). The setup doesn’t require deep technical know-how, and syncs can be configured to run continuously in the background.

    Hope it helps!