Simmeth System GmbH

The SC-Manager is the central solution for digital supplier management for medium and large companies. At the heart of the solution is the Supplier Manager App, the control center for purchasing, supplier management, and all departments involved in the process. With a 360° view of all relevant data, documents, and processes, the Supplier Manager, as a digital supplier file, enables optimal management of the supplier lifecycle and the global supply chain. Control center: Everything in view The Supplier Manager offers a complete overview of all data and processes. Thanks to an intuitive user interface, users can filter, sort, group, and visually display information. The integrated traffic light system provides a quick and easy overview, while role- and permission-based access ensures secure and efficient data management. Supplier file: Structured management The supplier file is a key tool in the Supplier Manager and functions as an information search and editing tool. With a multi-level tab structure, you can keep track of all important documents and data. Functions such as search, filtering, grouping, and intuitive visualization ensure that information can be quickly found and processed. Document management with AI-powered OCR SC-Manager’s document management simplifies the handling of all supplier-related documents. It offers features such as automatic expiration reminders, versioning, and archiving. Documents like contracts and certificates are securely and neatly managed. The integration of AI-powered OCR technology and drag-and-drop upload further simplifies the process. Document interfaces with ERP and DMS systems such as SAP or Microsoft Dynamics guarantee seamless integration into existing systems. Process management: Optimized workflows With SC-Manager’s process management, all workflows in purchasing and supplier collaboration are controlled. Rule-based workflows support process handling, while traffic light systems, alarm signals, and reminder functions ensure that no tasks are overlooked. Thanks to role- and permission-based process assignments, a clear structure of responsibilities is established. Dashboards, reporting, and KPIs: Real-time transparency Through informative dashboards and flexible reporting, you always have an overview of supplier processes. Drill-down functions enable detailed data analysis, while process-oriented KPIs and weighted scorecards provide a comprehensive evaluation of supplier performance, risks, and compliance. Administration: Flexibility and control SC-Manager’s role- and permission-based system offers great flexibility for your key users. Questionnaires can be created and modified, including multilingual options. Additionally, email notifications, traffic light values, and scorecards can be configured independently. User groups and access permissions can be flexibly managed, facilitating self-administration. Conclusion: Efficient supplier management for modern companies SC-Manager is the comprehensive solution for digital supplier management. The Supplier Manager App, with features such as the supplier file, document management, process control, and detailed dashboards, provides all the tools companies need to make their supplier processes efficient and transparent. Further information SC-Manager Supplier Relationship Management.

The onboarding process is a crucial step to ensure that suppliers and their products meet a company’s requirements. SC-Manager supports this process through a well-defined and seamless workflow, from registration to final incorporation into the creditor database. The qualification is carried out at both company and material levels to ensure the highest standards. The onboarding process: Step by step SC-Manager offers a continuous and automated onboarding process that covers all steps from the first contact to qualification. Each applicant is automatically registered in the system and guided through a structured approval process. Registration: The application process starts directly on your company’s website. Through a registration form, suppliers can apply, and the information is automatically transferred to SC-Manager and classified. Both the purchasing department and the applicant receive automatic notifications about the application and its status. Self-disclosure: After initial approval, applicants gain access to the supplier portal. There, they go through a workflow-driven qualification process, which includes company- and material-related questionnaires and documents tailored to the specific requirements of the company. Progress is transparently displayed through a traffic light system and checklists Qualification: Efficiency and transparency Purchasing controls the qualification process through the central SC-Manager Supplier Manager App. All parties are kept up to date with automatic status emails, while progress can be tracked through checklists at any time. With just one click, suppliers are approved and automatically added to the ERP system as creditors. The automated maintenance of standard questionnaires and workflows makes the entire process efficient and transparent. Conclusion: Efficient onboarding with SC-Manager SC-Manager provides a comprehensive solution for supplier onboarding and qualification. Through clear processes, automatic notifications, and a transparent verification system, companies can ensure that only qualified suppliers are integrated into the supply chain, while administrative effort is minimized. Further information: SC-Manager Onboarding and Qualification

SC-Manager offers companies a comprehensive solution for supplier classification, product category management, and item management, bringing transparency and efficiency to supplier and purchasing processes. With intelligent tools for segmenting suppliers and items, it supports purchasing in the strategic management of the supply chain and optimal collaboration with suppliers. Classification: Strategic supplier segmentation SC-Manager allows for flexible and precise classification of suppliers based on strategic criteria. This is achieved through data-based algorithms or manual entry to effectively segment suppliers based on metrics and evaluations. Classes via algorithms or ERP data: Automatic classification based on performance metrics or import from existing ERP systems.Strategic classification: Key users can manually create and adjust strategic supplier classes to meet long-term needs.Visualization: Detailed dashboards offer a clear representation of classifications, providing a quick overview of the supplier structure. Product Category Management: Administration and Analysis SC-Manager provides a comprehensive overview of all the company's product categories and supports detailed management of the associated items, suppliers, and orders, optimizing strategic purchasing management. Centralized product category overview: Assignment of items, suppliers, and orders to have all relevant information in one place. Metrics and trends: Product category-related metrics and delivery statistics are transparently visualized on dashboards, while a traffic light system with trend indicators highlights potential risks. Document management: Assignment and automatic monitoring of the validity of documents and certificates for each product category, increasing compliance and minimizing risks. Product category strategies: Maintenance of product category strategies and risk profiles to improve control over purchasing processes. Item Management: Transparency and Compliance SC-Manager’s item management provides clarity over the entire inventory, storage locations, disposition parameters such as minimum stock levels, and item-related compliance. Companies can efficiently manage and analyze all information regarding their items. Item overview: Transparent representation of inventories, storage locations, disposition parameters, and item-related information to maintain a clear overview.Documents and certificates: Management of all item-related documents and certificates, including CBAM information and Reach & Roh certificates, to ensure compliance.Metrics and KPIs: Comprehensive item-related metrics and KPIs provide valuable insights into inventory and delivery structures.Traffic light system and dashboards: A traffic light system shows trends and deviations, while informative item dashboards provide deep insights into inventory development and compliance. Conclusion: Efficiency and transparency in purchasing SC-Manager supports companies in the strategic management of their supply chain with flexible classification tools, efficient product category management, and transparent item management. This way, companies always have control over their suppliers, product categories, and items—supported by automated processes and intelligent dashboards. Further information: SC-Manager Clasification, Category and Item Management

SC-Manager offers companies a comprehensive solution for collaborating with their suppliers. By optimizing global information and communication flows, the system facilitates daily collaboration in key processes such as tenders, orders, transport documents, complaints, and invoice transmission. The platform is designed to enhance supply chain efficiency and ensure transparency and real-time communication. Tenders: Efficient and clear execution SC-Manager enables straightforward execution of tenders. Companies can create tenders with any number of items and upload relevant documents for each. An integrated supplier suggestion list, which can be manually adjusted per item, helps find the right supplier. Tenders are automatically distributed to the selected suppliers, who can submit their offers via the supplier portal. The system supports the entire management process and offers extensive evaluation options via dashboards and tables. Thanks to automatic email notifications, all participants are kept up to date, and data exchange with the ERP system ensures smooth integration. The process can be flexibly adapted to the requirements of your company. Orders: Automated order process and real-time information In the orders area, SC-Manager controls the entire order and confirmation process. Orders can be taken directly from the ERP system or created via the SC-Manager’s order tool. Important documents are automatically transferred or manually uploaded, and suppliers are immediately notified by email. Order confirmations are easily handled via the supplier portal, and there is an option to connect the supplier’s ERP system via SC-Manager’s API. All relevant information is available to purchasing in real-time, and the data is instantly forwarded to your ERP system. Additionally, automatic reminder emails and a traffic light system ensure that important deadlines are met. Dashboards and key figures provide a clear overview of the status of orders at all times. Complaints: Effective capture and processing For handling complaints, SC-Manager offers a robust module that enables precise capture and fast processing. Companies can assign complaints to deliveries and upload supporting documents such as images and reports. Dates, responsible parties, and detailed information about the complaint can also be stored. The system enables the activation of an 8D report, which supports systematic error analysis and problem-solving. Suppliers are automatically notified of new complaints or delays and can manage the complaint process through the supplier portal. Key figures derived from complaint data are automatically calculated and visualized in dashboards. These figures also feed into the supplier evaluation scorecard, contributing to long-term quality improvement. Invoices: Automated and seamless processing The invoice process is also optimized through SC-Manager. Suppliers can either manually upload their invoices via the supplier portal or transmit them to the company’s ERP system via SC-Manager’s API. An AI-powered OCR (optical character recognition) allows for quick and accurate capture of invoice data. The invoice is automatically forwarded to the ERP system, where it is ready for review. Additionally, SC-Manager offers comprehensive invoice evaluations, visible in real-time in the supplier manager, ensuring a complete overview of all incoming invoices and their status. Conclusion: Efficient and transparent collaboration in daily operations SC-Manager provides companies with a centralized platform to optimize collaboration with suppliers. With automated processes, real-time information, and a high level of transparency, tenders, orders, complaints, and invoices are handled efficiently. This not only improves daily operations but also optimizes supplier relationships in the long term. Further information: SC-Manager Supplier Collaboration