Experience in implementing modern soft Xpansion IT solutions at AGROIT FORUM 2021
30 October 2021
On October 26, soft Xpansion took part in AGROIT FORUM 2021 — the VI annual forum on IT solutions and innovations in agriculture. Our team has been sharing their experience in implementing software solutions at this event for several years, and this year was no exception.
Presentation — Modern IT Solutions for Agribusiness
Oleksii Boienko, Marketing and Sales Director of soft Xpansion Ukraine, delivered a presentation on “Modern IT solutions for agribusiness companies”. The talk featured two real implementation cases demonstrating how digital transformation delivers measurable results in the agricultural sector.
Case Study — KERNEL ECM System
Using the example of KERNEL — Ukraine’s largest agricultural holding and the world’s leading sunflower oil exporter — the team demonstrated a comprehensive ECM system built on K2 (Nintex) and SharePoint.
soft Xpansion has been successfully cooperating with KERNEL for more than 5 years. The ECM implementation established a unified information space for the entire holding:
- Corporate portal — single entry point to the company’s information space, adapted for mobile devices
- Legally significant document workflow — automated common, personnel, and management document processes
- Reduced approval time — automated routing replaced manual email-based coordination across distributed offices
- Lower logistics costs — eliminated physical document transfers between offices
Case Study — Niva Pereyaslavshchyny Document Management
The second case showcased the implementation of softXspace Business — an electronic document management system on the softXspace platform — for the Niva Pereyaslavshchyny group of companies.
The presentation highlighted key advantages of the system:
- “Thin client” architecture — full functionality through a web browser, no desktop installation required
- Extensive configuration — flexible setup and customisation without programming
- Powerful integrations — connectivity with ERP, CRM, and other enterprise systems
- Low-Code/No-Code tools — enabling the company’s own team to develop and adapt processes independently
More Agribusiness Success Stories
soft Xpansion has a strong track record in digitalising agricultural companies across the value chain:
- COFCO Agri Resources Ukraine — contract management and B2B counterparty portal implemented on the softXspace platform, automating procurement contracts and supplier collaboration for one of the world’s largest agri-traders
- Risoil S.A. — contract management system implemented on softXspace365 (Microsoft 365), automating counterparty accreditation, contract approval workflows, and e-signature processes
Frequently Asked Questions
What IT solutions does soft Xpansion offer for agribusiness?
soft Xpansion provides enterprise document management, contract management with B2B counterparty portals, electronic archive, and process automation — deployed either on the softXspace platform (on-premise/private cloud) or softXspace365 within Microsoft 365. Key agri clients include KERNEL, COFCO, Risoil, and Niva Pereyaslavshchyny.
Can the solution handle seasonal high-volume operations typical for agriculture?
Yes. The softXspace platform is built for enterprise scale — KERNEL's ECM system processes thousands of documents across the entire holding, with automated routing that eliminates delays even during peak seasonal periods like harvest procurement.
What deployment options are available for agribusiness companies?
Two options: softXspace platform for on-premise or private cloud deployment with full data control, and softXspace365 for cloud-based deployment within Microsoft 365. Both support ERP/CRM integrations, EDI connectors, and counterparty verification services.
soft Xpansion Solutions for Agribusiness
The agricultural sector demands solutions that can handle high-volume seasonal operations, complex supply chain contracts, and multi-site coordination. soft Xpansion offers two deployment options:
- softXspace platform — on-premise or private cloud deployment for full control
- softXspace365 product line — cloud-based solutions within Microsoft 365
Key capabilities for agri companies:
- Contract management — grain purchase contracts, forward contracts, supplier agreements
- Document management — waybills, quality certificates, regulatory documentation
- Electronic archive — structured storage with instant access from any location
Explore our agribusiness solutions or contact us for a consultation on digitalising your agricultural business processes.
