FTP - Centric Integration and Automation

Common Integration Use Cases Between FTP and Centric

• Bulk product data export from Centric to FTP for downstream partners
  Centric can publish approved product records, style attributes, BOM data, and launch-ready item details to an FTP or SFTP location for retailers, distributors, or manufacturing partners that require file-based ingestion. This reduces manual rekeying, speeds up partner onboarding, and supports scheduled batch exchanges for large assortments.
• High-volume asset delivery from Centric to FTP for production vendors
  When Centric manages product-related imagery, line sheets, or technical documents, finalized files can be exported to FTP for print vendors, packaging suppliers, or regional agencies. This enables controlled handoff of approved assets, improves version consistency, and supports large file transfers that are impractical through email or manual sharing.
• Inbound catalog updates from FTP into Centric
  Suppliers or internal merchandising teams can place spreadsheets, CSV files, or media packages on FTP for ingestion into Centric. These files may include new product attributes, seasonal assortment updates, or revised specifications. Centric can then use the imported data to update product development records and keep teams aligned on the latest source information.
• Automated exchange of product master data between Centric and legacy ERP or PIM systems via FTP
  In organizations where ERP or PIM platforms only support file-based integration, Centric can export approved product data to FTP for downstream processing, while receiving reference data such as item numbers, cost updates, or inventory-related attributes back through FTP. This supports a stable bridge between modern PLM workflows and older enterprise systems.
• Seasonal assortment synchronization across design, merchandising, and operations
  Centric can generate scheduled FTP feeds containing seasonal line plans, product status changes, and launch milestones for merchandising or operations teams. In return, those teams can upload revised assortment files or market-specific requirements to FTP for Centric to incorporate into product development. This improves cross-functional planning and reduces delays caused by disconnected spreadsheets.
• Regional product localization file exchange
  For global brands, Centric can send localized product specifications, packaging content, and compliance documents to FTP for regional teams or translation vendors. Updated language files, market-specific dimensions, or regulatory inputs can be returned through FTP and attached to the relevant product records in Centric. This supports faster localization and better compliance control.
• Approved launch package distribution to external stakeholders
  Once a product reaches launch readiness in Centric, the system can export a complete launch package to FTP, including approved descriptions, images, technical sheets, and supporting documentation. External stakeholders such as sales agencies, channel partners, or contract manufacturers can retrieve the package from FTP without needing direct access to Centric, improving governance and simplifying distribution.