Automate processes in Inventory & Order Management with the Shopware connector from Synesty
With the modular online shop system Shopware you can create professional online stores quickly and easily. In turn, Synesty enables all operators of this eCommerce solution a smooth coupling of store and merchandise management. This interaction ensures a professional appearance as well as a more secure workflow from a business point of view. In the administration of an online store, the management of stocks and placed orders is essential for further success.
Shopware 5 EOL - how to switch to Shopware 6 and what about my existing API integrations?
The topic of Shopware 5 end-of-live is on the minds of many online store owners. In addition to the online store itself, existing integrations of various systems must be migrated to the Shopware 6 REST-API. The Synesty add-on can handle both Shopware 5 and Shopware 6 and offers steps for product data, orders and customer data. This allows to convert existing or self-programmed connectors to ERP, PIM or suppliers to a no-code / low-code approach. You can find out more about this topic in the article on Shopware 5 EOL
Product Data Management (PDM) for Shopware
The following use cases in the area of product data management (PDM) can be realized with the Shopware add-on:
- holistic management of all product information
- Shopware import of products (creation of new articles incl. variants, product images and update of existing articles)
- Automate repricing (see our repricing options)
- Create data feed exports for price portals
- Data feed optimization for Google Shopping and price search engines
Order Management (OMS) for Shopware
The Synesty Shopware Add-On also supports you in order management by automating the following processes:
- Shopware export of orders, e.g. to import them to an external merchandise management system, dropshipping provider or to a fulfillment service provider.
- Export of customer data e.g. for synchronization with CRM systems or email marketing software
- Creation of new orders from external systems
- Updating order status and importing tracking numbers
- Shipping optimization
- Create CSV or XML imports and exports
- Import files from various data sources to or from Shopware (e.g. (S)FTP, Dropbox, Google Drive, HTTP, WebDAV)
Inventory Management for Shopware
Finally, the following inventory management processes can be optimized with the help of the Shopware add-on:
- Automatic inventory and price update between store and third-party systems (e.g. via CSV file, XML or API)
- Import and export of products
- Automate dropshipping scenarios (provide price and inventory)
From the connection of ERP systems the integration of PIM systems and individual connectors, everything is possible with the Shopware Add-On by Synesty.
Enable a smooth and reliable data flow and avoid unnecessary workflows!
Prerequisite for the use of the Shopware Add-On
To take advantage of the Shopware add-on, you need a few requirements:
- Shopware version 6.x (For Shopware version from 6.0 use the Steps with ext. version 6.0 - 6.3.5.x, from Shopware 6.4 you can use the Steps with ext. version 6.4.0.x)
- Shopware version from 5.2 (For Shopware version from 5.2.x use the Steps with ext. version 5.2)
- A user with API access permission must be created in Shopware
- No plugin installation in Shopware necessary. This add-on uses the Shopware REST API, which is also available in the Community Edition
- The add-on works on the basis of the standard Shopware REST API
With Synesty as middleware you connect Shopware with ERP and merchandise management completely without programming
Link the Shopware interface without programming by drag and drop and thus enable the automated exchange of important data. Programming knowledge is therefore not mandatory for the use of Synesty. We follow the No Code & Low Code motto with our system, so that you can achieve the best possible result for your business, regardless of your level of programming knowledge. Visual building blocks can be assembled into so-called "steps" and the processes can thus be automated. If a more complex solution is required, code can be added at any time.
You can get more information about the Shopware add-on here:
- Manual for Shopware 6 Add-On
- Manual for the older Shopware 5 Add-On
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I establish the connection between Shopware and ERP?
The description of the configuration of the Shopware REST API and Synesty can be found in the
manual.
Can I connect my ERP individually to Shopware?
Our Shopware interface comes with some predefined steps that you can use to automate your processes, e.g. create and update products or export orders. In addition, you can drag and drop the building blocks together as you wish and thus customize the Shopware interface and, for example, filter or additionally prepare data for the target system. If you have more complex ideas for the design of your desired connection of ERP and merchandise management to Shopware, it is possible to extend the interface as desired by adding scripting code. Depending on the ERP system, the connection can be made via
Synesty Add-On,
file-based (e.g. CSV, Excel or XML via (S)FTP) or
API-Connector.
Shopware 5 EOL: I need to migrate existing interfaces and connections to Shopware 6. Can I do this with Synesty?
Yes, Synesty can help you migrate or rebuild your existing API interfaces in various ways. You can find out more about this topic in the article about
Shopware 5 EOLHow can I import or export products to Shopware as a CSV file?
Produkte können ganz einfach mit einem Synesty Flow in Shopware importiert werden. For example, a CSV file can be downloaded via (S)FTP and then mapped to the Shopware product fields. As a starting point you can use
this template.
The reverse way, i.e. exporting product data from Shopware is also no problem. For this there is the Step
ShopwareGetProducts. This provides product data, which can be mapped via the
Mapper can be exported to any target format or system.
For example, to create a CSV file for a product data feed from this, you still need a
CSVWriter Step and another step which pushes the data to some destination : e.g. a
FTPUpload.
How can I export orders from Shopware as a CSV or XML file?
Orders can be exported from Shopware with a Synesty Flow. For this you can use the step
ShopwareSearchOrders. For example, to create from this a CSV file for an order data feed for your dropshipping supplier, you can use a
CSVWriter Step and a step that loads the data somewhere: e.g. a
FTPUpload. An XML export of the orders is also possible, which is shown in this
Cookbook.
Which other systems can I connect to my Shopware store?
In contrast to installable store plugins, which are tailored to a specific use case, Synesty can be seen as a flexible construction kit to connect any system, such as
- Marketplaces: Either via Synesty's marketplace add-ons or via multi-channel partners specialized in marketplaces such as Tradebyte, Plentymarkets or Billbee for which Synesty also provides add-ons.
- Suppliers or dropshippers with different data feeds
- Regularly update prices, inventories and availability
- Export orders and delivery bills
- Combine and consolidate multiple data sources e.g. from PIM, store and ERP
- Convert file formats
How can I connect FTP, CSV, XML or APIs to Shopware (Bulk Import, Bulk Export)?
With Synesty Studio you can connect Shopware to all common data formats, data sources and systems like HTTP(S), (S)FTP, Dropbox, Google Drive and file formats like CSV data feeds, Excel XLS, XML or JSON. Synesty is particularly strong in the area of mass import, mass export, bulk updates or processing of mass data. All add-ons also offer steps for reading and writing data from the corresponding systems. Among them are e.g. e-commerce shop systems, ERP, Dropshipping suppliers, BME-Cat, marketplaces or online marketing software. This makes you extremely flexible and able to connect a wide variety of systems to Shopware - mostly very simple due to ready-made building blocks (no code).
Steps like
Mapper and
Filter give you powerful tools to manipulate, filter or enrich the data to create any imaginable target format. This allows to do rather simple things (e.g. when a CSV file is enough) but also more complex use cases like XML files, REST API or GraphQL integrations. Through the integrated scripting language Freemarker you have the full power like IF-THEN-ELSE logics and loops to customize your integration.
Can I use Synesty for the switch or migration to Shopware?
Yes, Synesty is ideally suited for transitioning or migrating to Shopware. The platform boasts a plethora of tools and features designed specifically to efficiently transform and integrate external data into Shopware. Here are some of the benefits and aspects you should consider:
Data Integration: Synesty supports numerous data formats and source systems. This means that no matter where your data originates from, you can effortlessly convert it into a format suitable for Shopware.
Data Cleansing: Before migrating data, it's often essential to cleanse or normalize it. Synesty provides tools to eliminate duplicates, correct inconsistencies, and ensure that your data is accurate and uniform.
Automation: After the initial migration, you can utilize Synesty to automate recurring data transfers. This is especially beneficial if you need to regularly synchronize data between Shopware and other systems.
Logging and Monitoring: Synesty offers detailed logs and notifications. This allows you to closely monitor the migration process and be instantly notified if any issues arise.
Scalability: Whether you're migrating a modest amount of data or vast databases, Synesty is designed to meet scalability demands, ensuring consistent performance. In summary, Synesty not only provides the tools for a successful migration to Shopware, but it also ensures this process is smooth, secure, and efficient. After completing the migration, you can continue to rely on Synesty to manage all facets of data integration and automation.
Can I connect Shopware with other APIs and tools (e.g. REST API, GraphQL, CSV) when there is no Synesty Add-On for my system?
Yes, if there is no dedicated Add-On yet, Shopware can be connected and integrated via the
API-Connector-Tools. In other words, if there is an HTTP API or a file-based data exchange exists (e.g. (S)FTP or Cloud-Storage), then the connection is possible. Our tutorial
REST API Integration with Synesty shows how to do this.
Can I create backups of my data from Shopware with Synesty?
Yes, Synesty offers powerful features to create backups of your data from Shopware. With the specific Steps in the Add-On, you can not only export data from Shopware but also convert it into various file formats, including CSV, XML, JSON, and ZIP. This provides you with the flexibility to choose the file format that best suits your requirements. Another advantage of Synesty is its integration with numerous external storage solutions. In addition to popular services such as S3, Dropbox, Google Drive, and FTP(S), Synesty also supports many other cloud and on-premise storage solutions. This ensures that you always have a reliable option to securely store your backups. Automation is another core aspect of the backup process with Synesty. You can set up automated backup scenarios, for example, to perform daily data backup in the late evening hours. This minimizes the risk of data loss and ensures that you always have up-to-date backup copies on hand. In addition to pure data backup, these backups can also be used for various business requirements. Whether it's for disaster recovery, to respond quickly to an emergency, for compliance purposes, to ensure you meet all legal requirements, or for synchronization purposes to match data between different systems or locations. Lastly, redundancy is another critical aspect for many businesses. With Synesty, you can not only secure data on a primary storage location but also on secondary (Cold or Hot-Standby) systems. This offers an additional layer of security, especially in high-availability environments where data availability is crucial.
What is Synesty Studio?
Synesty is a cloud-middleware for automating processes and connecting systems. It is a
No Code Connector which allows you to connect your Cloud-apps and APIs without programming with a simple drag&drop interface.
Learn more about
Use-cases.
Is the registration really for free?
Yes. You start with the free trial period. As long as you do not actively purchase anything, no costs will apply. The free trial period also ends as soon as you start purchasing a base-pack or Add-Ons.
More information about the FREE Trial.
Can I test all Steps and Add-Ons before purchasing?
Yes. Within this unlimited trial period for new customers you can try and play around with
all Add-Ons and Steps for free without purchasing anything. Only functionality is limited, so that productive use is not possible (e.g. limitation to max. 25 rows and records which can be processed)
Also after the free trial period you can test each Add-On in your
Sandbox, before purchasing.
More information about the FREE TrialWhat are Flows, Steps, Datastores und Upgrades?
- Base-packs, Add-Ons, Upgrades: You need at least one base-pack. A base-pack contains a basic setup of features and limits. Add-Ons contain new steps, functions and features for creating flows and automations. Upgrades can be purchased to increase your limits when you have exceeded them.
- Flow: is an executable automated process you create. It contains steps. A flow is comparable to receipe in a cookbook, containing instructions which are executed sequentially.
- Connector-Steps read input-data or write output-data e.g. files, APIs and external systems. The number of Connector-Steps is limited depending on the base-pack. You can also purchase Upgrades to increase this limit. Other step-types (Processing) are NOT limited. Connector-Steps are marked with the symbol.
Examples: FTPDownload, FTPUpload, GetOrders, AddOrders, GetProducts, UpdateProductData, UpdateStock, ExcelWriter, ExcelReader, ExcelSheetUpdate etc. are typical Connector-Steps.
Exceptions are e.g.: CSVReader, CSVWriter, JSONReader, VisualJSONReader, HTMLParser, Datastore Steps
- Run: is a single execution of a flow. If you run a single flow 1 x per day you need 31 runs per month.
- Traffic: The amount of data you transfer between by running flows (incoming and outgoing) will be counted per month. Each base pack contains a monthly limit of inclusive traffic.
- Datastore-storage: You can store data in Datastores, if you want to store data inside Synesty Studio. The number of records you can store is limited by your base pack. Records are stored in datastores and datastores are basically like databases or tables with rows and columns. The columns can be customized to store any kind of textual or numerical data like product data with 'title', 'description', 'stock', 'price' etc. You can use Flows to save, update and read from datastores. But: the rows you are reading from external sources, processing or exporting are unlimited (Except during the FREE test period).
If you have exceeded certain limits (depending on your base pack), flows will stop to run. When that happens you can try to remove any of the above to get below your limits again or you can purchase a higher base pack or
Upgrade.
How does Synesty handle privacy / GDPR?
Alle Daten werden in einem Rechenzentrum in Deutschland gespeichert. You always have full control over all stored data in your account. You are the data owner (data ownership). There are several export-functions you can use at any time, to backup and delete ALL your data.
More information about how Synesty handles privacy can be found
here.
Where can I find resources and videos to learn Synesty?
Our
Help page collects all important information on how you can acquire knowledge about Synesty. Under
Videos you can find our Quick Tips, Tutorials or User Stories.
I need support. What do you offer?
Synesty provides you with all the tools to do everything yourself: e.g. connecting systems, APIs and automating processes. In the Support-area of your account you find many ways to get support like user-manual, cookbooks, forum and knownledge-base.
Is there any training or course for beginners? Yes, in our
Basic Training you will learn step by step how to automate processes and build integrations with Synesty Studio.
I have issues setting up a flow. I need support. If you need individual support and consulting we offer various
Services
Partner-Network You can also contact one of our
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