For automotive leaders

Revolutionising master data management

Our service uses a collective approach to manage a central pool of address data, enriched with datasets from major partners, creating a unique, continuously maintained source.

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Key benefits of Golden Record

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Golden Record

Centralized
data pool

Combines data from major industry players to create a unique database, including site information, which is unique in the market.

Golden Record

Once the datasets have passed all quality checks, we confirm their accuracy and completeness by creating a "Golden Record".

Unique BPN identifiers

Each record is assigned a unique Catena-X Business Partner Number (BPN), which serves as the master key for secure and standardized exchange between Catena-X ecosystem participants

Comprehensive
dataset

The Business Partner Number (BPN) structures master data into information on legal (L), operational (S) and address (A) level to clearly organise industrial the supply chains.
L

BPN-L (Legal)

Verified legal entity information to uniquely identify business partners.
S

BPN-S (Site)

Detailed Information about of operational and logistics activities of a company
A

BPN-A (Address)

Accurate address information to ensure seamless communications and transactions.

Reduced cost
of data management

The Cofinity-X Golden Record service provides centralized access to continuously updated and verified address information for the global supply chain.

Automation and data accuracy

AI and API integrations improve data accuracy by synchronizing with public and private registries. The system automatically tracks changes such as name changes, mergers, and  keeping data up-to-date

Error and duplicate management

Enables the identification of duplicates and errors in data, providing the foundation for accurate and up-to-date records. The Data Quality Dashboard supports compliance by applying rules tailored for over 100 countries, providing customers with the tools to cleanse their systems locally based on unique BPNs.

Data enrichment

Data undergoes multi-stage cleaning and enrichment via AI and global registries, including trade register numbers and tax IDs, ensuring high quality and up-to-dateness.

High level of 

security assurance

All data is anonymized and clients work in isolated instances, which ensures privacy and security.

Security and privacy management

Golden Record ensures data security through encryption, anonymization and access control, complying with GDPR requirements and ensuring a high level of privacy and data protection at all stages of processing.

Non-personal screening (NPS)

The Golden Record Service process has built-in natural person screening and removal to comply with Catena-X standards and remove GDPR-sensitive data from your business partner database.
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Take control of your
data management with Golden Record

Join the Catena-X ecosystem and start optimizing your supply chain, data exchange, and logistics processes now.

Make the most of your data

Discover even more benefits of choosing Golden Record

Golden Record offers more than just data management – it provides a comprehensive, scalable, and trusted solution that evolves with your business.

Trusted by industry leaders

Backed by the biggest names in the automotive industry, our service ensures unparalleled trust, reliability and expertise in managing your master data.

Accurate and always up-to-date

Our constantly updated data pool ensures that you're always working with the most accurate and reliable information for your business needs.

Scalable for business growth

Easily handle increasing data volumes and expanding partner networks without additional resources. Golden Record grows with your business.

Intuitive and employee friendly

With a user-friendly interface, staff can quickly adopt the system, minimising training and maximising productivity from day one.

Simplifies compliance and audits

Golden Record automates compliance reporting, making it easy to meet regulatory standards and streamline internal and external audits.

Relevant for Demand and Capacity Planning

Leverage detailed and accurate partner data to optimise planning processes, ensuring better alignment with industry needs and supply chain requirements.

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Getting started
with Golden Record

Let us walk you through the process, from registration to integration, and help you unlock the full potential of Golden Record for your business needs.

Registering with Cofinity-X

Subscribing to Golden Record and technical integration

Sending records and receiving cleaned records Back

We use Cofinity-X's Golden Record service. It will save us 40-50% of the effort and provide better data once it is established.

We use Cofinity-X's Golden Record service. It will save us 40-50% of the effort and provide better data once it is established.

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Future-proof  your business 
with a unique BPN

Golden Record is not just for today—it's built to support industries beyond automotive, including chemical, manufacturing, and more. Request your BPN today and get started with a system that ensures data accuracy, reliability, and scalability across industries.

Business Partner Explorer

Quickly search and retrieve verified Business Partner Numbers (BPNs) 
from our central data pool

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Frequently asked questions

How does Golden Record help avoid errors and speed up processes?

Golden Record automates the processes of data cleaning, enrichment and verification, minimizing human errors and speeding up data processing. This improves accuracy, reduces delays and increases overall team productivity.

How does Golden Record integrate with my existing systems?

Golden Record easily integrates with your current processes and systems, enhancing them without the need for major changes. This allows you to maintain your familiar workflow while increasing efficiency through automation.

What are the risks of switching to Golden Record and how to avoid data loss?

The migration process from Golden Record is automated and reliable, which minimizes the risks of data loss or distortion. We guarantee the accuracy and safety of data at all stages of the transition.

How does Golden Record help you meet regulatory compliance?

Golden Record automates compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations, minimizing the risk of errors and reducing the effort of updating data so you can focus on your business’s most important tasks.

How to migrate to Golden Record without interrupting current processes?

The migration to Golden Record is smooth, with minimal disruptions and without significant interruptions in work. The system integrates with current processes, ensuring continuity of operations and improving productivity from the very beginning.

What if my team doesn’t want to change their existing work methods?

With Golden Record, you retain full control over your processes while still benefiting from automation. The system adapts to your needs, improving processes without drastic changes or disruptions to your routine.

How fast will the implementation take place and how much time will it take to train employees?

Golden Record implementation is fast and requires little effort. The intuitive interface and automated data migration process minimize training and transition time, allowing you to quickly get results.

Does Golden Record replace old methods of data exchange such as email or Excel? 


Yes, Golden Record provides a modern and secure platform for data exchange, speeding up processes and minimizing errors, improving interaction with partners and increasing data accuracy.