It's possible to connect to NEXT using another platform called Custom Gateway.
Custom Gateway Integration Features
Order sync.
Stock and Product sync.
Despatch Updates (Status and Tracking info).
Prerequisite - Obtaining FTP credentials
To get started please contact customer gateway and they will provide you with the FTP (Log in) details to connect and download XML files.
The following information is required to set up the connection:
Username and Password.
FTP Server Address.
Port.
Mode.
Direct To Customer: This is used when you ship directly to the customer
Ship To Next DC: This is used when you ship in bulk to Next and Next ships to the customer.
Brand.
Warehouse Code and Stock Feed Name.
Only applicable for Ship To Next DC mode.
Setting up a Custom Gateway connection
Once you have the FTP details from Custom Gateway, please do the following:
Click Connect then Order Integrations.
Next, click Custom Gateway.
Click Add Account.
(3PL Only) Select the Client.
Select the Warehouse and Channel.
Paste the information into the relevant fields.
Make the connection Active when ready.
Finally, click Add.
Stock Sync
Stock Sync is only available for the Ship To Next DC mode. In this instance, you'll be given a Warehouse Code and Stock Feed Name to enter on to the connection. For Direct To Customer orders, there's no stock sync available unless you've been given a Warehouse Code and Stock Feed Name also.