How does supplier integration work in FoodNotify?

Suppliers can be connected to FoodNotify via an existing interface, a newly created interface, or a manual integration. This article explains how each option works and what information is required.

FoodNotify offers several ways to integrate suppliers, depending on their technical capabilities and the customer's needs.
There are three main integration types:

1. Enabling an existing interface

2. Setting up a new interface

3. Manual supplier integration

🔹 1. Enabling an existing interface

If a supplier already has a technical interface with FoodNotify (e.g., PRICAT, DESADV, or order interface), it can be activated for a new customer with minimal effort.

Required information:

• GLN (Global Location Number)

• Customer number at the supplier

• Contact details of the supplier’s account manager

• The customer-specific PRICAT (product master data)

• Optional: Order and delivery deadlines (general or per location)

A one-time activation fee applies.

🔹 2. Setting up a new interface

If the supplier does not yet have an interface with FoodNotify, a new technical integration must be developed.

This includes:

• Coordination with the supplier’s IT department

• Definition of technical requirements (data formats, communication protocols, frequencies)

• Our team will inform you in advance about the setup fee, depending on complexity and scope.

🔹 3. Manual supplier integration

For suppliers without the appropriate IT infrastructure, FoodNotify offers a manual integration option.

This is ideal for:

• small suppliers,

• suppliers without IT capabilities,

• custom assortments with a limited number of products.

Required:

• The FoodNotify Excel product list template – mandatory.

• The file can be completed either by the customer or the supplier.

➡️ You can find the template instructions and important notes here.