Implementing Catena-X economically
A guide for Mittelstand and SMEs
From data silos to networked
value creation: new paths for the automotive industry
The automotive industry is under pressure. Complex supply chains, isolated data silos and inconsistent standards make it difficult to exchange information securely and efficiently. New competitors or times of crisis – such as the global shortage of semiconductors or the blockade of the Suez Canal – make it particularly clear how a lack of transparency and insufficient data availability affect the entire industry.
Companies need to be able to respond to bottlenecks more quickly and in a more targeted manner, but without an easily integrated, economical and scalable data infrastructure, this remains a challenge – especially for SMEs. At the same time, regulatory requirements are increasing, for example due to ESG reporting obligations and digital product passports. Companies that do not implement these requirements efficiently risk losing their position in the supply chain in the long term.
Catena-X offers a pioneering solution for the digital transformation of the automotive industry. The initiative creates a standardized and secure data space that enables efficient and transparent data exchange along the entire value chain.
Read the white paper to find out how Catena-X increases transparency and efficiency in the supply chain – through standardized, secure and interoperable data exchange. We also present a scalable solution based on our Orchestra data integration platform and show you how to get started with Catena-X quickly and cost-effectively, especially for excellent mid-sized companies and SMEs.
The challenge – Fragmented data structures
make collaboration difficult
Data islands and a lack of interoperability
Different systems prevent the seamless exchange of information.
Lack of transparency
Delivery bottlenecks and disruptions are recognized too late, which limits the ability to react.
High manual effort
Individual agreements and inefficient data synchronization delay processes and increase costs.
Increasing regulatory requirements
Sustainability reports, CO₂ certificates and digital product passports require a standardized database.
Competitive pressure from OEMs
Manufacturers are increasingly relying on digital data spaces, forcing suppliers to adapt.
Catena-X as the standard for digital data exchange
Catena-X offers an open, secure and standardized data space that connects companies along the entire value chain. Uniform standards and seamless interoperability optimize the exchange of data between manufacturers, suppliers and partners. Companies retain control over their data at all times and can decide which information is shared with which partners.
The creation of a reliable and scalable infrastructure ensures transparency, efficiency and compliance. Companies benefit from optimized production processes, early bottleneck detection and improved opportunities to meet regulatory requirements.
“The future of the automotive industry will be shaped by networked data spaces – Catena-X is an enabler technology for resilient supply chains, process efficiency and innovative business models.
In order to involve SMEs, cost-effective and uncomplicated solutions are needed that enable smooth connection to data spaces.”
Dr. Sebastian Heger
