OCI and cXML PunchOut Connections

Seamless ordering with just a click, thanks to our electronic ordering solutions

A PunchOut connection is a technology that links your internal e-procurement system to a supplier’s webshop. This allows you to view, select, and order products directly from your own software environment, such as an ERP or CRM system. This process automates the exchange of data and makes purchasing more efficient, without the need to switch between platforms. Discover how this connection with our Linde catalog can optimize your procurement process.

The customer opens their e-procurement system

The e-procurement system opens the Linde webshop

The customer adds desired products to the shopping cart

The contents of the shopping cart are automatically loaded into the e-procurement system

The e-procurement system generates a purchase order (PO)

The generated purchase order (PO) is sent to Linde

Linde receives and processes the order

Frequently Asked Questions about PunchOut Connections

What is PunchOut?

PunchOut is a digital system that allows a supplier to give customers access to their product catalog, enabling them to view and order products directly within the customer’s e-procurement system. With PunchOut, businesses can shop directly on the supplier's e-commerce website without leaving their own e-procurement system. The main advantage is that organizations using enterprise software such as ERP or CRM can order products through their own system, ensuring simplicity and efficiency.

How does PunchOut work?

With PunchOut, customers can view and order Linde's products directly through their internal e-procurement system. The process works as follows:

1. The customer opens their e-procurement system and looks for a supplier.
2. When selecting Linde, the customer is automatically redirected to the Linde webshop.
3. The system automatically logs the customer into their account, with no additional steps required.
4. The customer adds the desired products to their shopping cart.
5. Once the cart is complete, the order details are automatically sent back to the customer's e-procurement system. This is referred to as 'punchout'.
6. After the order is approved in the e-procurement system, the customer sends a PDF order to Linde. Linde then processes it in SAP.

What are the benefits of a PunchOut catalog?

PunchOut offers benefits for both customers and suppliers. It allows customers to order products through a fully integrated system without switching between applications. Key benefits include:

• Direct access to agreed products and prices.
• Automatic application of specific conditions, such as discounts.
• The ability to later add additional products to the catalog.

How does the PunchOut process work for orders?

Once the systems are linked, the PunchOut process works as follows:

1. The customer clicks on the PunchOut button in their e-procurement system and gains access to their personalized catalog (Linde webshop).
2. The customer browses the webshop and adds the desired products to their shopping cart.
3. The customer's ERP system generates a PDF order, which is then sent to Linde.
4. Linde receives and processes the order.

Interested? For more information and to discuss the possibilities, please contact your Linde Gas Benelux account manager or use the contact form below.