collar intrade  
The complete ERP solution for foreign trade

collana intrade

One solution for many challenges

Unsuitable programmes (e.g. Excel) cost time and are a source of errors.

collana intrade provides support in the complete processing of contracts and batches – from quotation to post-calculation.

Calculation and cost accounting processes run in different systems.

collana intrade enables automatic, ongoing calculation of all cost items through integrated financial accounting.

Requirements and guidelines for import and export are constantly changing.

collana intrade offers integrated additional functionalities such as quality assurance, compliance checks and report designers.

Why you can trust us

Key Facts

360°

Process & documentation security

100%

Microsoft technology and certified

25

Years of industry experience

1

System, can be used worldwide

Target group

Import and export companies in all sectors

Markets

Germany, Austria, Switzerland, internationally applicable

Technological basis

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central with extensions in AL

With collana intrade, trade processes along the entire foreign trade chain are managed transparently, consistently and efficiently.

The solution is based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and was developed specifically for companies involved in import, export and global goods traffic.
It maps classic foreign trade processes such as contract and consignment processing, shipping, foreign exchange handling and Intrastat completely in one system.

Get more out of Microsoft Business Central with collana intrade

The biggest difference between collana intrade and the Microsoft standard are the features explicitly tailored to foreign trade, which can either not be implemented at all via Business Central or only with a great deal of manual effort. Here is an overview:

Microsoft Business Central with collana intrade

Microsoft Business Central without collana intrade

Intelligent mapping of classic foreign trade processes: Contract, lot and batch processing

On-the-fly calculation and precise currency management in real time

Integrated shipping management for international supply chains

Certified industry functionality with quality seal and seamless Microsoft connection

These customers rely on our solutions

Implementation

Project management: How we work

1. analysis phase

During the analysis phase, our project team talks to the most important people in your company.
We record all requirements in interviews with employees and managers and document them precisely.
This creates a clear understanding of your processes and goals.

2. design phase

In the design phase, we compare your requirements with the standard functions of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
This results in a clear concept with defined extensions and a project plan that precisely defines the effort and time frame.

3. development & test

Your customised solution is created during the development phase. We expand the basis with the desired customisations, interfaces and data transfers and test them extensively until all requirements are met in line with your ideas and wishes.

4. installation phase

Once the solution has been finalised, we support you when you go live.
Your employees are trained at an early stage to use the system safely - this increases acceptance and productivity. The phase ends with official acceptance.

5. final phase

After the go-live, our experts will support your team as it goes live.
We support your power users directly in their day-to-day work and provide technical and functional assistance to ensure a smooth system changeover.

Technology used

Techstack

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
ERP basis for trade, logistics and foreign trade

AL
Programming language for Dynamics 365 Business Central

C/AL
Older ERP language for legacy objects

C#
Language for customised .NET development

Microsoft Azure
Cloud hosting, security and scaling

Docker / Kubernetes
Containers & deployment in ERP environments

SaaS provision
Automatic updates and maintenance by Microsoft

REST APIs
Modern ERP interfaces for third-party software

AES / ATLAS / e-dec
Customs clearance for EU and Switzerland.

SOAP
Legacy interface for older systems

EDIFACT / EDI interfaces
Electronic data exchange with haulage companies and trading partners

VDA / ZUGFeRD / XML
Standardised formats for invoices and documents

Power BI
Real-time analyses and interactive dashboards

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Questions about Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

FAQs

What is collana intrade?

collana intrade is an industry solution for international wholesale and foreign trade based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. The solution extends the ERP system with specific functions for cross-border trade processes and combines an established Microsoft standard with the requirements of foreign trade.

Is collana intrade a stand-alone ERP system?

No. collana intrade is based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and is not a stand-alone ERP software. The solution specifically supplements Business Central with foreign trade-specific functions and processes, while the ERP basis is provided by Microsoft.

Which processes does collana intrade cover in international trade?

collana intrade supports the entire process of international trade transactions. This includes offer and contract processing, dispatch and shipping, customs clearance, foreign exchange management, Intrastat declarations and accounting processing. All processes are integrated into the ERP system.

Does collana intrade support customs and compliance requirements in Switzerland and the EU?

Yes. collana intrade supports relevant customs procedures such as ATLAS in the EU and e-dec in Switzerland. In addition, topics such as currencies, preferences and export and compliance requirements, including the necessary documentation and evidence, are mapped.

Can collana intrade be integrated with Microsoft 365 and external systems?

Yes. collana intrade is integrated into Microsoft 365 and can be connected to external systems via REST and EDI interfaces, for example to logistics, shipping or financial systems. This allows existing IT landscapes to be expanded in a meaningful way.

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