Reference Data Management

Build Your MDG on Solid
Foundations

Reference Data Harmonization is the essential first step for successful

Master Data Governance. We deliver Itego RDM—the proven SAP MDG Add-On for comprehensive Reference Data Management.

Would You Build a House Starting with the Roof?

We wouldn't either. The same applies to your Master Data Governance project.

Everyone knows about the critical importance of Master Data Management—consolidating and harmonizing your Master Data with proper governance processes. But what about your Reference Data foundations?

Your currencies, payment terms, regions, company codes, units of measure—are they integrated in your governance processes? Or do they represent a blind spot?

Without a solid concept around Reference Data, your Master Data Governance project may become as fragile as a house of cards.

Master Data

Customers, Materials, Suppliers

Reference Data

The Foundation

The Cost of Non-Harmonized Reference Data

Companies have realized that Reference Data management is as critical as Master Data management. Without central governance, digital transformation will stall.

Unreliable Business Processes

Long and error-prone processes in Sales, Purchasing, Logistics and Finance due to inconsistent reference data definitions.

Commercial & Operational Risks

Spoiled goods, inefficient storage, and costly mistakes caused by misaligned codes and classifications across systems.

Skyrocketing Integration Costs

Every system connection becomes a project nightmare when reference data doesn't match—multiplying costs and delays.

Unreliable Reporting & Analytics

Strategic decisions based on flawed data lead to wrong conclusions—because your reports aggregate apples with oranges.

Establish a Single Source of Truth

Using Itego RDM means creating one authoritative source for all Reference Data—unlocking tangible business benefits across your organization.

Reduced Business Risks

Eliminate data inconsistencies that cause compliance issues, operational failures, and financial exposure.

Reliable & Flexible Processes

Streamlined business processes that adapt quickly to change while maintaining data integrity across all systems.

Reduced Project Costs & Duration

System integrations become straightforward when reference data is harmonized—saving time and budget.

Strategic Planning on Solid Ground

Make confident decisions based on reliable reporting that accurately reflects your business reality.

Our Partner Solution

Itego Reference Data Management

We deliver Itego RDM—a powerful SAP MDG Add-On that reuses proven MDG features while delivering comprehensive content specifically for Reference Data governance. Unlike toolkits that leave you alone, Itego provides everything needed for immediate implementation.

Complete Data Model

Pre-built reference data structures for Country Codes, Material Groups, Units of Measure, and hundreds more.

Rule-Based Workflows

Automated governance processes with configurable approval chains and validation rules.

Adjustable User Interfaces

Flexible UI components that adapt to your specific business requirements and user roles.

Data Transfer for Initial Load

Streamlined migration tools to import your existing reference data with full validation.

Data Replication & Local Staging

Distribute harmonized reference data to all connected systems while maintaining local flexibility.

Preconfigured Roles & Workflows

Ready-to-use role definitions and approval workflows that you can customize to your organization.

Reference Data Search

Powerful search capabilities to quickly find and manage reference data across your landscape.

Language Dependent Texts

Multi-language support for global organizations with localized reference data descriptions.

See Itego RDM in Action

Watch how Reference Data Management transforms your data governance landscape and creates a solid foundation for your digital transformation.

From Assessment to Go-Live

Our structured approach ensures rapid implementation with minimal disruption to your operations.

Assess

Analyze current Reference Data landscape and identify harmonization needs

Design

Define governance model, workflows, and data standards for your organization

Implement

Deploy Itego RDM, configure workflows, and migrate existing data

Operate

Go-live with continuous support and optimization for lasting success

Frequently Asked Questions

Reference Data consists of standardized codes and classifications that provide context for Master Data—such as Country Codes, Material Groups, Units of Measure, Payment Terms, or Company Codes. While Master Data represents core business entities (customers, materials, suppliers), Reference Data defines the vocabulary used to describe and categorize them. Without harmonized Reference Data, Master Data governance cannot achieve its full potential.

Think of it like building a house: you wouldn't start with the roof. Reference Data forms the foundation upon which all Master Data sits. If your currencies, regions, units of measure, or company codes are inconsistent, your Master Data Governance project becomes fragile—like a house of cards. Harmonizing Reference Data first ensures a solid foundation for sustainable data governance.

Unlike solutions that provide only a toolkit and leave you alone, Itego RDM delivers all necessary components for immediate implementation: pre-built data models, rule-based workflows, adjustable UIs, migration tools, and replication capabilities. As a native SAP MDG Add-On, it seamlessly integrates with your existing SAP landscape and reuses proven MDG features.

Thanks to its pre-configured components and ready-to-use content, Itego RDM implementations are significantly faster than custom-built solutions. A focused implementation typically takes 2-4 months, depending on the number of reference data types and the complexity of your system landscape.

Absolutely. Itego RDM is designed as an SAP MDG Add-On and integrates seamlessly with existing MDG implementations. You can add Reference Data governance to your current Master Data governance without disrupting ongoing operations—in fact, it enhances your MDG investment by providing the missing foundation.

Itego RDM comes with pre-built support for hundreds of reference data types including Country Codes, Currencies, Payment Terms, Regions, Units of Measure, Material Groups, Company Codes, Plants, and many more. Additional custom reference data types can be easily added to meet your specific requirements.

Ready to Build on Solid Foundations?

Let's discuss how Itego RDM can establish the Reference Data foundation your Master Data Governance project needs to succeed.