Application XML Integration Services (AXIS) is an open, flexible and easy to use Java™ Technology web front-end application, designed and developed by CSFD to service the e-commerce requirements of the wholesale and distribution marketplace.

Designed for use with CSFD's highly successful integrated distribution management system, KDS, or with other similar systems, AXIS enables distribution companies to offer their clients direct, online access to their inventory and order processing systems, 24x7x365, from virtually anywhere in the world and on a whole range of devices. Customers can check prices, check availability and place orders, all in real-time, using any web-enabled device. AXIS comprises four levels, each designed to interface into 3rd party technology:

AXIS 1

Offers an interface at Application Component Server level, using industry standards eJB, Corba and COM

AXIS 2

Incorporates the XML standard

AXIS 3

Allows dynamic HTML to be generated using a Web Servlet Engine

AXIS 4

CSFD's flagship, offering the full range of products and technology, including a complete operational B2B website with the following defined services:

  • Website verification, customer log-in and registration
  • Product search (by word/product code/barcode)
  • Selection by favourites
  • Selected product details and availability
  • Product statistics
  • Add to, amend, display, and empty basket
  • Basket line amendments
  • Checking out and final order confirmation
  • Order tracking
  • Details of order lines, back orders and forward orders
  • Authorised returns
  • Account details display
  • Copy invoicing
  • Query logging and display of outstanding queries

AXIS runs on most hardware platforms. It uses Transoft's load-balancing software to provide the reliability and availability necessary to support mission-critical operations, and the scalability necessary to meet a distribution organisation's growing needs. Additionally, it uses Sun's Java™ Technology to offer true 'Write Once, Run Anywhere'™ capabilities, resulting in a flexible application offering fast, efficient, real-time service.

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