As digital transformation continues to accelerate, manufacturers and distributors across Southeast Asia are seeking smarter, faster, and more secure ways to manage documents and automate workflows. With the release of Epicor ECM (DocStar) 2025.1, Epicor delivers a robust suite of new features and enhancements that make enterprise content management even more intelligent and efficient—especially when integrated with Epicor Kinetic ERP.
At Data V Tech, we are proud to be your trusted Epicor partner in Southeast Asia, helping businesses like yours leverage the full capabilities of Epicor ECM. Let’s dive into what’s new in this release and how it benefits your operations.
1. Smarter AI-Powered Document Search (SaaS-Only Feature)
Epicor ECM now leverages artificial intelligence to make it easier for users to find answers in real-time. The new AI search tool allows users to ask natural language questions and receive instant answers based on their own document content stored in ECM. This feature is available for SaaS users and is a major leap forward in content intelligence.
Example: Ask, “What’s our current freight spend with Vendor X?”—and get an immediate, accurate response.
2. New ECM Agent for Prism Integration
This update enhances integration with Epicor Prism, enabling smoother communication and content exchange between platforms. It paves the way for a more connected ecosystem within your Epicor infrastructure.
3. ECM for GovCloud: Supporting Regulatory Compliance
The 2025.1 release introduces capabilities for organizations that need to comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and medical data compliance. This makes Epicor ECM a viable solution for manufacturers and exporters dealing with sensitive or highly regulated data.
4. Enhanced AP Automation for Kinetic Freight
A key addition in this release is freight invoice auditing automation for Epicor Kinetic ERP. With this new workflow:
- Data fields are automatically populated (Vendor, Carrier, Amount, Tracking/Invoice Number)
- Freight costs from FedEx and UPS are compared to estimates from Quick Ship
- Discrepancies are flagged for review, reducing errors and ensuring cost accuracy
This enhancement significantly streamlines accounts payable processes for companies using Epicor Quick Ship and Kinetic.
5. AP Automation Integration with Sage Intacct
For businesses using Sage Intacct, Epicor is bringing ECM integration to expand AP automation capabilities. This ensures a broader reach for ECM’s automation features beyond the Epicor Kinetic ecosystem.
6. User Experience (UX) Enhancements
A smoother, more secure user experience awaits, with updates including:
- Clearer field name labelling
- Secured shared links with view-only permissions
- Improved navigation to Field Group pages
- Better workflow exception reporting to alert users of errors or missed steps
These enhancements help administrators and end-users work more intuitively and effectively across departments.
7. On-Premises Enhancements for IT Admins
For customers running ECM on-premises, this release introduces new AppSettings to control client functionalities. This includes:
- Enabling/disabling client-side features
- Supporting LDAP configuration
- Improved JSON Webservice Datalinks for server-based integration
These settings give IT teams more control over security, customization, and infrastructure setup.
8. Kinetic Connector Improvements
Epicor Kinetic ERP users can now access ECM forms directly from within Kinetic—simplifying document-related tasks and boosting productivity. This tighter integration allows teams to manage content and processes more seamlessly.
Why This Matters to Southeast Asian Manufacturers and Distributors
With tightening compliance requirements, increasing competition, and rising customer expectations, companies in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and beyond need efficient, secure, and scalable solutions.
Epicor ECM 2025.1, when implemented with Epicor Kinetic by Data V Tech, delivers:
- Automated AP processing to reduce manual errors
- AI-powered insights for faster decision-making
- Built-in compliance support for regulated industries
- Real-time visibility and seamless ERP integration
Transform Your Document Workflows Today
Whether you’re managing freight invoices, production documentation, or regulatory compliance, Epicor ECM is designed to simplify complexity while empowering teams with automation and visibility.
At Data V Tech, we help manufacturers and distributors deploy ECM solutions that meet real business needs. From strategy to training, we’re here to support your digital transformation journey.
Contact us today to learn more about implementing Epicor ECM 2025.1 and optimizing your enterprise content management strategy.
