The following updates represent the latest advancements across the ECGrid infrastructure. Our focus remains on enhancing the programmable control and operational visibility that allows platform providers to embed sophisticated B2B connectivity directly into their own products.
Simultaneously, these enhancements continue to improve upon the reliability and toolsets used by direct customers—including retailers and suppliers—to maintain secure, efficient, and scalable data exchange across their global supply chains.
These Q1 enhancements simplify complex mapping logic, expand global reach, and deepen the native integration capabilities of our connector ecosystem.
Key New Capabilities: ECGrid Simplify
As the transformation layer of the ECGrid platform, we have introduced new tools within ECGrid Simplify to accelerate the development and testing of complex data flows.
AI Map Helper Tool
ECGrid Simplify users can now utilize the AI Map Helper Tool to generate C# logic within the mapping interface. Platform teams can enter custom prompts to create specific C# code that can be applied directly to the map. This capability reduces the manual effort required for complex data transformations and allows for faster iteration during the mapping process.
Test Mode for Individual Flows
To support safer deployment cycles, ECGrid Simplify now includes a dedicated Test Mode for individual flows. When enabled, all data remains internal to the Simplify environment and is not transmitted to the end user or production endpoint. This allows for rigorous validation of transformation logic and flow routing before moving to live operations without having to manually mark each individual document as a test.
Updated Features and Capabilities: ECGrid Network Platform
The core ECGrid infrastructure continues to evolve to support modern global standards and API-driven workflows.
Native Peppol Infrastructure Integration
We have fully embedded our Peppol infrastructure within the foundation of the ECGrid network. By natively routing Peppol traffic, we enable our customers to achieve rapid compliance with European and global e-invoicing standards. This integration removes the complexity of managing external Peppol gateways and positions platforms as unified entry points for international commerce.
REST API Library Expansion
ECGrid has expanded its REST API offering to include our full range of platform services. This expansion ensures that platform builders have consistent, modern access to all core functions, enabling deeper automation and more seamless embedding of ECGrid capabilities into third-party application stacks.
Enhanced ECGridID Visibility
Platform users can now view the internal ECGridID associated with any EDI ID directly within the portal. This update is particularly valuable for customers utilizing both ECGrid and ECGrid Simplify, as it facilitates the direct linking of mailboxes to Simplify accounts without requiring a support ticket. This self-service transparency streamlines account configuration and environment management.
Updated Features and Capabilities: ECGrid Simplify
Optimized Flow Activities and Data Management
The Flow Activities page within ECGrid Simplify has been optimized to improve performance and data organization. Archived documents, which are moved after six months of activity, are now managed under a separate tab. This separation ensures that current operational data remains easily accessible while maintaining full searchability and visibility for historical records.
Automated Document Detector Validation
To ensure flow integrity, we have implemented an automated configuration check. When a new flow is created, the system now verifies that a document detector is correctly attached. This proactive check prevents configuration errors and ensures that document flows are properly identified and processed from the moment of creation.
User Interface and Experience Updates: ECGrid Simplify
Flow Activities Status Indicators
ECGrid Simplify now features visual indicators on activity tabs. These indicators alert users to active processes or pending tasks within each section, allowing platform operators to manage high-volume data flows with greater precision and speed.
Connector Portfolio Enhancements: ECGrid Simplify
We continue to expand the security and functionality of our native connectors to ensure seamless data exchange between the ECGrid platform and leading business applications.
Security and Authorization
We have introduced OAuth2 support for the HTTP Connector and enabled Custom App Authorization for Shopify integrations. These updates ensure that embedded connectivity adheres to the latest security standards and authorization protocols required by modern SaaS ecosystems.
ERP Integration Deepening
The NetSuite connector now supports custom field names for backorder dates, ensuring accurate synchronization for inventory items. Additionally, our Odoo integration has been expanded to include automated Invoice-to-X12 810 extraction and Order Acknowledgment automation, which moves orders to a confirmed state within the Odoo environment automatically.
As you explore these new capabilities, we are available to help you leverage this infrastructure to its full potential. We invite you to reach out to our team with any questions or to discuss how these enhancements can better support your specific connectivity goals.