Customer Background

Founded in 1888, Trützschler Group SE is a leading German textile machinery manufacturer headquartered in Mönchengladbach. Specializing in spinning preparation, nonwovens, and card clothing, the company has established itself as a technology and market leader in the textile industry. With a global presence and a commitment to innovation, Trützschler serves a diverse clientele, providing advanced machinery solutions that enhance textile production processes.

The Challenge

In response to the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), Trützschler faced the daunting task of centralizing compliance efforts across multiple sister companies, encompassing over 130 items. The CBAM, designed to prevent carbon leakage and promote sustainable practices, requires meticulous reporting of carbon emissions embedded in imported goods. For Trützschler, this meant navigating complex data collection processes from various business units, each operating with distinct systems and protocols.

The manual nature of CBAM reporting proved to be time-consuming and labor-intensive. Collecting accurate emission data from multiple units not only demanded significant effort but also led to data overlaps, causing redundant work for suppliers and internal teams. Moreover, many suppliers were uncertain about the procedures for calculating and delivering precise emission data, further complicating compliance efforts.

These challenges underscored the need for a streamlined, centralized solution that could automate data collection, minimize manual intervention, and provide clear guidance to suppliers. Without such a system, Trützschler risked non-compliance with CBAM regulations, which could lead to financial penalties and hinder its commitment to sustainability.

The Solution

To address these challenges, Trützschler turned to Prospeum, a platform renowned for its straightforward and efficient approach to procurement and compliance management. Unlike traditional, cumbersome software solutions, Prospeum offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies complex processes, making it an ideal fit for Trützschler’s needs.

The implementation of Prospeum began with a collaborative onboarding process, where Trützschler’s supply chain management team worked closely with Prospeum’s experts to tailor the platform to their specific requirements. This customization ensured seamless integration with existing systems across all business units, facilitating a unified approach to CBAM compliance.

One of the standout features of Prospeum is its ability to automate data collection and reporting. By centralizing information from various units, the platform eliminated redundancies and significantly reduced the manual effort previously required. Additionally, Prospeum provided suppliers with clear guidelines and tools to calculate and submit accurate emission data, fostering transparency and collaboration throughout the supply chain.

“Prospeum’s intuitive design and automation capabilities have transformed our CBAM compliance process, making it more efficient and less burdensome for our team and suppliers.”

Gregor Eschenbruch, Manager Supply Chain Management

The Results

The adoption of Prospeum led to remarkable improvements in Trützschler’s operations. The company achieved a 95% reduction in manual data collection efforts, freeing up valuable time and resources. The centralized platform streamlined CBAM compliance across all business units, ensuring consistency and accuracy in reporting. Automation extended to over 130 affected items, with each report generation now saving approximately 10 hours.

Beyond quantitative metrics, the qualitative impact was equally significant. Supplier relationships improved due to the clear guidance and support provided through Prospeum, leading to more accurate and timely data submissions. This collaborative environment not only ensured compliance but also strengthened Trützschler’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Conclusion

Trützschler’s partnership with Prospeum exemplifies how embracing innovative, user-friendly solutions can effectively address complex regulatory challenges. By streamlining CBAM compliance through automation and centralization, Trützschler not only achieved measurable efficiency gains but also reinforced its dedication to sustainable practices. This success story serves as a compelling example for other organizations navigating similar regulatory landscapes.