Starting point
Before the switch, long-standing processes and a legacy system limited speed at intake and eBay integration. Lechmann needed a system connecting yard, warehouse, and online channels on one platform — without parallel truths in Excel or connector silos.
Cutover instead of endless migration
Hard cutover meant the new ERP goes live and the legacy system is retired. That requires master data prep, training, and clear ownership. Lechmann adopted Farrox ERP as the central platform for ongoing operations with roughly 15 staff in daily work.
Autoteilemarkt.de and inventory
Autoteilemarkt.de extends the operation's reach. Shop and ERP must access the same parts stock. Listings, availability, and orders should not be maintained manually in two worlds. The ecosystem extends the ERP core; it does not replace it.
Direct eBay API
Direct eBay API integration was a driver for the switch. Orders, stock, and listings should run from ERP without detour connectors. That reduces duplicate maintenance and phantom inventory — a recurring problem with separate tools.
What other operations can learn
The reference is not a marketing KPI report but honest productive use: faster yard intake, central data, and multi-channel from one system. Success depends on cutover discipline and data quality, not promised miracle numbers.
Key takeaways
- Hard cutover is feasible with preparation
- Shop and ERP share one stock
- eBay API directly from ERP
- Lechmann as a real reference
FAQ
Is Lechmann a paid reference?
Lechmann is a documented reference on farrox.ai with publicly described cutover and productive use.
Which numbers are documented?
Publicly stated: about 20 years on legacy software, intake under one minute, roughly 15 staff in daily operations.