Seamless Integration: Moving data from Epicor’s Prophet 21 to Slim4

Overview

Our distribution client had been using Slim4 alongside Sage 1000 to manage their inventory and supply chain. However, with Sage 1000 reaching end-of-life, they made the transition to Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)—a modern, cloud-based ERP solution.

Switching ERP systems is a big move, but it also meant ensuring that Slim4 remained fully integrated so that the client could continue to optimize stock levels, track demand, and manage supply chains without disruption.

We helped our client reintegrate Slim4 with Prophet 21, ensuring a smooth data flow between the two platforms and enabling them to continue their operations without missing a beat.

Technical Overview (Explained Simply!)

Think of this transition like switching phones—moving from an old device to a new one. You don’t just want a new phone; you want all your apps, contacts, and data to sync perfectly without losing anything. That’s what we did for our client, but with business software.

Here’s how we made it happen:

🔄 Step 1: Connecting Prophet 21 & Slim4 – We used Automation Studio (Workato) to create a custom integration between Prophet 21 and Slim4, allowing them to exchange data automatically.

📊 Step 2: Ensuring Data Accuracy – We ensured that inventory data, stock levels, and purchase recommendations were correctly mapped between P21’s database (Microsoft SQL Server) and Slim4’s system.

⚡ Step 3: Automating the Process – By using Workato, we automated the movement of real-time stock data, orders, and replenishment calculations between the two platforms, reducing the need for manual updates.

🔍 Step 4: Testing & Optimization – Before going live, we thoroughly tested the integration to catch errors, improve efficiency, and ensure accuracy in data transfers.

The Result?

By integrating Slim4 with Prophet 21, our client successfully moved away from Sage 1000 without losing any of their critical inventory management capabilities. The new setup streamlined operations, eliminated manual work, and improved data accuracy—allowing them to focus on running their business with confidence.

At Quaytech, we specialize in seamless software integrations. If your business is transitioning to a new ERP or system, let’s ensure everything connects effortlessly! 🚀