Rethinking data exchange –
ready for the future of the automotive industry in just 5 days.


From system integration to data release –
we guide you through every step of your Catena-X implementation.

 Fulfill Catena-X requirements before you're required to.

 Get your Catena-X data delivery right from day one.

✔ Be a reliable OEM partner – compliant, on time, and ready for future tenders.

YOUR ADVANTAGES

Clear data architecture instead of interface chaos

With over 50 interfaces, multiple releases, and several technical components, Catena-X can quickly become overwhelming. We bring clarity, filter out the noise, and deliver exactly the building blocks you actually need.

Quick start, scalable foundation

 With a preconfigured setup and pilot data, you can get started in just a few days – while laying the groundwork for future business cases.

Catena-X compliant from day on

We deliver full technical compliance – including EDC, DPP, AAS, and CX testing. This ensures your data is accessible and audit-ready.

Reliably meet OEM requirement

Show your customers that you're ready: your data is structured, accessible, and complete – exactly as OEMs expect.

HOW IT WORKS

Understand Catena-X. Implement it. Done – in 4 clear steps.

1. Set up Dataspace OS

We get your technical foundation up and running –
 secure, standards-compliant, and aligned with the latest Catena-X release.

2. Prepare your data

Datenstruktur, Formate und Inhalte werdem Catena-X-ready gemacht.

3. Integrate seamlessly

Smooth integration into your system landscape –
 with minimal effort using preconfigured interfaces and collections.

4. Verify Catena-X compliance

Data access successfully tested –
Catena-X compliant and fully traceable.

Your Benefits Realized

✔   Integrated scenario
       You receive a complete setup with data, connectivity, and process flow –
       practical, transparent, and ready to use.

  Initial Catena-X connectivity
     We configure the EDC, connect your system to the data space, and make
     your first data sets accessible – laying the foundation for everything that
     follows. 

  Scalable for additional business cases
     Your architecture is modular – new data sources, processes, or use cases can
     be added anytime and extended to customers and suppliers.

Reliable OEM integration
    We ensure that OEMs can access your data – Catena-X compliant, traceable,
    and dependable.

INSIGHTS FROM PRACTICE

“Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it’s a data challenge. Anyone who wants to accurately document and trace the lifecycle of a battery – from raw materials to second-life use – needs standardized, interoperable data spaces like Catena-X."

– Daniel Kopenetz,
Senior Integration Consultant, former SAP Product Manager for Catena-X

“Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it’s a data challenge. Anyone who wants to accurately document and trace the lifecycle of a battery – from raw materials to second-life use – needs standardized, interoperable data spaces like Catena-X."

– Daniel Kopenetz,
Senior Integration Consultant, former SAP Product Manager for Catena-X

"Many companies recognize that Catena-X is the data space of the future – but they face major technical hurdles.
 Questions like “How do I securely publish my data?” or “How can I access other companies’ data and integrate it into my processes?” often remain unanswered.

Our solution:
We’ve built a fully functional reference architecture:
 Our team successfully connected the EDC connector to Catena-X – including authentication, authorization, and data mapping. We combine deep technical expertise with process understanding – from API integration to ERP and MES connectivity."

– Christoph Knak,
Founder of Straccoon & former SAP Portfolio Manager for Catena-X

"Many companies recognize that Catena-X is the data space of the future – but they face major technical hurdles.
 Questions like “How do I securely publish my data?” or “How can I access other companies’ data and integrate it into my processes?” often remain unanswered.

Our solution:
 We’ve built a fully functional reference architecture:
 Our team successfully connected the EDC connector to Catena-X – including authentication, authorization, and data mapping. We combine deep technical expertise with process understanding – from API integration to ERP and MES connectivity."

– Christoph Knak,
Founder of Straccoon & former SAP Portfolio Manager for Catena-X

You’re wondering
what Dataspace OS, EDC, or Asset Administration Shell
actually mean?

No problem – that’s exactly what we’re here for.
 We translate Catena-X from theory into practice – in a clear, structured way tailored to your company.
Book a free consultation now – and see how your Catena-X integration can become reality in just a few days.

 

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs
- Frequently Asked Questions

Catena-X is an open data ecosystem for the automotive industry. More and more OEMs require suppliers to connect to Catena-X in order to exchange supply chain data in a structured and compliant way. For suppliers, this is increasingly becoming a prerequisite for winning contracts.

A DPP is the digital twin of a product – including information on origin, materials, carbon footprint, and recyclability. It will become mandatory for many products and is a core component of Catena-X.

In four clear steps:  Set up Dataspace OS. Prepare data. Integrate into your systems. Verify compliance via data access.

With our preconfigured solution and structured approach, you can be up and running in 5 working days – or even faster, depending on your current setup.

Yes. Catena-X and the Eclipse Dataspace Connector (EDC) are designed for sovereign data exchange. You stay in control and decide who gets access to which data – at any time.

No. Our solution is modular, scalable, and designed for companies of all sizes – especially for mid-sized suppliers with limited resources.

No. We handle the technical implementation and guide your team through each step. Your IT stays unburdened.

We integrate with your existing systems – such as ERP, PLM, MES or even Excel-based solutions. The key is that your data is structured and accessible.

Yes – as long as the required data is available, we ensure technical and semantic compliance so OEMs can reliably access your data in the Catena-X space.

It depends on your current setup and the project scope. In many cases, we offer fixed-price packages for a fast and efficient start. Contact us for a tailored offer.

OUR EXPERTISE

Grounded in Real SAP & Track-and-Trace Experience

Led by a former SAP ATTP Product Owner and a team of senior consultants with over 10 years of hands-on serialization experience.

We translate complex systems into clear, future-ready roadmaps – with real-world insights, not just theoretical advice. With the Cloud Readiness Accelerator, your team benefits from:

Strategic compliance & ATTP system assessment (Release & Clean Core readiness)
Architecture review across ERP, MES, Integration Suite & Cloud plans
Realistic migration roadmap tailored to your current setup and goals
Business case aligned with TCO projections, licensing and long-term value
Optional coordination with your existing implementation partners
 Support in implementing first clean core scenarios – to move from planning to doing

CONTACT US

Are you interested in speaking to our Catena-X expert?

Christoph Knak

Daniel Kopenetz

Your Contacts – First-hand Catena-X Expertise

Our experts have been part of Catena-X from the very beginning – in leading design roles and directly involved in shaping the reference architecture. Today, they support companies in implementing Catena-X in a pragmatic, secure, and future-ready way.

Get in touch now and benefit from real-world project experience.

Book your free Catena-X consultation

Stracoon GmbH

info@straccoon.com

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