With the FTP/SFTP integration , product data and media files are securely exchanged between ainavio and external systems. This allows for easy integration of existing processes and automated information delivery.

All processes are transparently configurable and flexibly expandable, even with complex product structures or growing requirements.

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Secure import and export of product data via FTP or SFTP

Transfer of images, documents, and other media files

Support for structured file formats for data exchange

Automated data onboarding via file delivery

Export product data for external systems and partners

Integration into existing data exchange processes without a direct API

Advantages

By connecting your systems, you’ll benefit from more efficient data management and smoother workflows.
The key benefits at a glance:

Secure data exchange

Product data and media files are reliably transferred via FTP or encrypted SFTP.

Flexible connectivity

Even systems without an API can be easily integrated into existing processes.

Automated onboarding

Uploaded files can be imported into ainavio in a structured way and processed further.

Centralized data management

Product information is managed within ainavio and prepared for data exchange.

Efficient data distribution

Exported data can be automatically transferred to retailers, partners, or third-party systems.

High compatibility

FTP and SFTP are established standards supported by numerous enterprise systems.

Here's how the integration works:

An FTP/SFTP integration enables the automated and secure exchange of files between different systems. It is particularly well-suited for transferring product data, images, catalogs, orders, or other structured files, providing a reliable connection even without a direct API interface.

The FTP/SFTP integration connects ainavio with external systems using an established standard for secure file exchange. Companies can import and export product data, images, documents, and other files via FTP or encrypted SFTP.

ainavio handles the central management, maintenance, and enrichment of product information, as well as data onboarding from provided files. Once imported, data can be validated, structured, and prepared for various sales channels. Similarly, product data can be exported from ainavio to ERP systems, shop systems, marketplaces, retail partners, or other applications.

FAQs

How does the FTP/SFTP integration with ainavio work?

Files are exchanged between ainavio and external systems via an FTP or SFTP server. After import, ainavio processes the data for central management, enrichment, and subsequent distribution.

What data can be transferred?

Data that can be transferred includes product master data, attributes, categories, images, documents, and other media files. The specific content processed depends on the provided file structure and the individual use case.

Which systems is the integration suitable for?

The integration is suitable for ERP systems, shop systems, retail partners, marketplaces, or custom applications that exchange product data via FTP or SFTP. It is particularly useful when no direct API is available or when file-based processes are preferred.

What role does ainavio play in data exchange?

ainavio serves as a central platform for product data management and data onboarding. Once imported, product information can be maintained, enriched, and exported to various target systems and sales channels.

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Leading brands rely on the ainavio PIM

„Thanks to the ainavio PIM, we have been able to reduce our costs by 50% and significantly improve the quality of our products. We are now able to put our entire range online – even with fast product rotation.“

"Thank you for the excellent collaboration! The Ainavio integration is already running successfully and our users are benefiting daily [...]"

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