The solution worked because it combined a flexible integration layer with a carefully contained switch.

WorkedDid not

Network continuity

Zero-impact go-live across suppliers¹

Visible supplier disruption

Message handling

Flexible messaging standards¹

One rigid message format

Capacity

50,000 messages per hour¹

Legacy capacity constraint

Operational insight

Real-time freight and packaging data¹

Exchange limited to message transfer

Crossfire handled invoices and purchase orders through flexible messaging standards.¹ That gave the replacement a way to support different supplier connections while providing a common integration engine. The design therefore separated the shared platform from the variety of messages passing through it.

The platform also extended the value of the migration beyond technical throughput. It enabled one-step pallet receipting and provided real-time visibility into overseas freight and sustainable packaging data.¹ A successful switch is stronger when it removes friction from daily work as well as protecting continuity.

Migrated legacy supplier exchange to scalable integration engine handling 73M transactions