BKD operates within a complex digital ecosystem involving numerous chain partners, such as the NVWA and various growers. Historically, BKD relied on a custom-built integration solution to manage these vast data flows. Over time, this legacy system became increasingly difficult to maintain, characterized by high data redundancy and a fragmented "source of truth." This complexity hindered the organization's ability to launch new initiatives, such as feeding a central data lake, as the data lived in too many disconnected locations.
Business Need: BKD operates within a complex digital ecosystem involving numerous chain partners, such as the NVWA and various growers. Historically, BKD relied on a custom-built integration solution to manage these vast data flows. Over time, this legacy system became increasingly difficult to maintain, characterized by high data redundancy and a fragmented "source of truth." This complexity hindered the organization's ability to launch new initiatives, such as feeding a central data lake, as the data lived in too many disconnected locations.
Solution: To simplify the landscape, BKD and Kobeon utilized the Mendix Event Broker to phase out the legacy integration layer. The project involved a structured migration where complex, redundant data flows were deconstructed and rebuilt using modern event-driven architecture. By leveraging the Event Broker, BKD centralized all logging and messaging into a single platform. The solution also explored the integration of Mendix Event Broker with Kafka to ensure high-performance data handling and future scalability for the industry's extensive data needs.
Results: The implementation of the Mendix Event Broker has transformed BKD’s integration capabilities into a structured, transparent, and manageable platform: Unified Data Management: By moving to a single platform for all events, BKD has achieved a "Single Source of Truth," significantly reducing data redundancy. Enabled Innovation: The new architecture successfully feeds the central data lake, an initiative that was previously blocked by data fragmentation. Simplified Maintenance: The landscape is now far easier to adjust and maintain, as standardized logging and monitoring provide clear oversight of all partner integrations. Operational Stability: The project ensures a robust foundation for the billions of euros in value managed within the chain, allowing BKD to shift focus from managing complexity to driving digital innovation.