Automated mapping of part numbers to supplier catalogs

Purpose

1.1. Facilitate automated mapping of alternator part numbers against multiple supplier catalogs to ensure real-time stock visibility, minimize manual entry errors, speed procurement, synchronize availability, and ease sourcing alternative suppliers within the wholesale automotive electrical parts sector.

Trigger Conditions

2.1. New alternator part entry in inventory system
2.2. Supplier catalog update (manual upload or API push)
2.3. Low stock threshold reached for specific part
2.4. Scheduled catalog sync (e.g., daily, hourly)

Platform Variants

3.1. Microsoft Power Automate
• Feature: HTTP Trigger, Excel Online (Business) – Use HTTP request trigger, connect to Excel to upload new parts, and map using flow actions.
3.2. Zapier
• Feature: Webhooks by Zapier, Code by Zapier – Catch webhook data, run JavaScript to perform mapping, push results to Google Sheets or email.
3.3. Integromat (Make)
• Feature: HTTP & Spreadsheet modules – Fetch supplier catalog API, match part numbers, update DB with results.
3.4. Workato
• Feature: Data Mapping Recipes – Use recipes to transform and map part numbers between inventory and supplier catalog tables.
3.5. UiPath
• Feature: Excel Activities, API Call Activities – Scrape supplier catalog, run maps, and update ERP-style records.
3.6. AWS Lambda
• Feature: Scheduled Triggers – Lambda function fetches catalogs, runs mapping logic, stores output in DynamoDB.
3.7. Google Apps Script
• Feature: Time-driven and On-edit Triggers – Script cross-references part numbers in Google Sheets with supplier catalog input.
3.8. Salesforce
• API: Apex Web Services – API call on new inventory record creation runs Apex class for mapping catalog details.
3.9. Oracle Integration Cloud
• Feature: Scheduled Orchestrations – Integrate ERP parts and external catalogs, schedule mapping routines.
3.10. SAP Cloud Platform Integration
• Feature: Integration Flows – Define iFlows for periodic sync and mapping between SAP MM and supplier systems.
3.11. Smartsheet Automation
• Feature: Data Shuttle & Bridge Workflows – Automate import/mapping from supplier spreadsheets to Smartsheet grids.
3.12. QuickBooks Online
• API: Inventory Push/Pull – Use inventory endpoints to update mapped supplier part numbers.
3.13. NetSuite
• Feature: SuiteScript & RESTlet – Script automated catalog lookups and updates to inventory records.
3.14. Odoo
• API: Automated Actions – Configure server actions to pull catalog data via API on product update.
3.15. ServiceNow
• Feature: Flow Designer – Build flows to trigger mapping when a parts record is edited.
3.16. Shopify
• API: Product Update Webhook – On product update, hit external API for supplier catalog and update metafields.
3.17. Google Cloud Functions
• Feature: Pub/Sub Trigger – On catalog upload, trigger mapping logic in Python/Node.js, update Firestore.
3.18. Azure Logic Apps
• Feature: Recurrence Trigger, HTTP Actions – Fetch inventory and catalogs, use logic for mapping and storage.
3.19. Jitterbit
• Feature: Data Mapping Project – Connect inventory and supplier endpoints, direct mapping jobs.
3.20. Pipedream
• Feature: Cron Scheduler, HTTP Fetch – At interval, request catalogs, map and write to database or post alert.
3.21. Trello Automation
• Feature: Butler Power-Ups – On new card (part), run automation to attach/search mapped supplier catalog entries.
3.22. Monday.com
• Feature: Integromat Integration – Automate matching of part numbers added to boards with supplier sources.

Benefits

4.1. Eliminates manual cross-checking and data entry.
4.2. Ensures up-to-date supplier part availability and pricing.
4.3. Reduces procurement turnaround time and errors.
4.4. Centralizes supplier catalog data for rapid sourcing alternatives.
4.5. Boosts wholesale operational efficiency and responsiveness.