costdata® market data
Reliable industry benchmark data via API
Do you need reliable industry benchmark data and want to import it directly into your internal business intelligence tools?
Your data analytics team likely works with various data sources to provide the right information exactly where it's needed within existing tools.
Then our enterprise solution is exactly what you need: You can access costdata® datasets via API interfaces and use them directly in your in-house systems.
Quality and reliability for top companies
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18 data segments
Data via API
Choose the easiest way to access high-quality benchmark data today. You can access the data and integrate it with your in-house tools.
Agricultural products
Metals
Construction materials
Floor space costs
Chemistry
Raw materials
Electronics
Standard components
Salaries
Social data
Overheads
Location factors
Plastics
Textiles
Wages
Packaging
Machines
Currencies
Data via API
Questions about thecostdataa® app and API
What is the costdata® API?
The costdata® API enables the direct integration of benchmark, market, and cost data into your existing systems and processes.
With which systems can the API be integrated?
Integration is possible in the following areas, among others:
- Procurement Software
- Business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Cost Engineering Tools
- Management Accounting Software
- PLM & R&D Tools
- AI & Forecasting Agents
- ERPs
How often is the data updated?
The update frequency depends on the specific data type and licensing model. Many datasets are updated monthly to transparently reflect current market trends.
Can only certain data ranges be integrated?
Yes, the API can be customized to suit specific data sets and use cases.
Can the API be used for global locations?
Yes, the costdata® database contains international benchmark and location data for numerous countries and regions around the world.
Can the data be integrated into existing dashboards?
Yes, many companies use the API to integrate it into their existing BI and reporting solutions.
For which business units is the API suitable?
Typical applications include:
- Procurement
- Cost Engineering
- Supply Chain Management
- Purchasing
- Finance
- Operations
- Strategy
Can multiple locations or teams be connected?
Yes, the solution is scalable and suitable for international corporate structures.
Can the API also be used for our own software products?
Yes, many companies integrate costdata® data directly into their own platforms, portals, or digital solutions.
Is there any support available for integration?
Yes, the costdata® team is available to assist with any technical or subject-matter questions regarding the integration.
Can historical data also be integrated?
Yes, historical trends and time series are available for many data sets.
Can the data be used for AI development?
Since we are also working on AI tools ourselves, we first need to evaluate this on a case-by-case basis.
Global compensation data
Wage & Salary
Ensure your business decisions are based on the latest global compensation information. Our comprehensive wage and salary database covers more than 4,100 country regions and over 20 industries, including gross wages, gross salaries, and social overhead.
Current data from over 130 countries
Complete social cost database
For Cost Engineering, Controlling, Purchasing, Development and HR
Coverage of tariff areas, border areas and industrial parks
Success through versatile data sources
Material database
The extensive costdata® materials database offers you numerous data sets on raw materials, metals, plastics and building materials. With current market prices, historical data and trend forecasts, you can make informed decisions and sustainably increase your success.
Raw materials
Discover over 5,000 data sets in our costdata® raw materials database, including prices for FE and NE metals, rare earths, and precious metals.
Metals
Benefit from over 33,000 metal alloys in the costdata® metal database. Access current market prices, historical data and trend forecasts in twelve economic areas, which can be exported as an Excel report.
Plastics
Get access to over 14,500 data records in the costdata® plastics database, including common plastics and specific brand names. Use historical data and trend forecasts, which are available as Excel reports.
Chemicals
Access over 500 chemical data records in the costdata® chemicals database. Our data provides you with sound insights into current market prices. Use this information to optimize costs and manage your procurement strategy in a targeted manner.
Electronics
Benefit from over 2,110 data records in the costdata® electronics database. Our data provides you with reliable insights into current market prices and helps you to efficiently design your procurement strategies and reduce costs.
Construction materials
Explore over 1,470 records in the costdata® building materials database, covering a wide range of building materials such as wood, glass and production materials such as resins and adhesives.
Agricultural products
Discover the extensive costdata® agricultural products database with 354 data sets. Our data provides you with precise insights into current market prices. This allows you to plan your procurement strategy in a targeted manner and realize cost savings.
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Optimize your manufacturing
Machine data
Over 14,000 production machines for almost all manufacturing technologies, such as forging, welding, casting, etc., are waiting for you. Use information, prices, and simulations to make the best choice. Make a smart decision based on energy requirements, floor space, number of employees, and more.
Over 14,000 machines and 500 technologies
International manufacturers, models and equipment
Technical data, economic factors and simulations
Global benchmark analysis
Overheads
Unleash the full potential of costdata® overhead benchmarks and gain valuable insights from over 30 industries and 4,100 regions worldwide. Our real data is based on 25 years of experience in international consulting projects and enables precise cost analyses.
Real data from 25 years of consulting experience
Over 30 industries and 4,100 regions covered
Accurate overhead and factor analysis
Optimal overhead cost structures for entrepreneurial success
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Successful site planning
Location factors
With costdata® location factors, you make informed decisions for the ideal production location. Our data covers the most important structural costs in over 130 industrialized countries worldwide, enabling targeted location analysis.
Detailed energy and consumables costs
Extensive production space costs
Revealing interest costs
Comprehensive production area costs
Pricing
Enterprise:
Prices depend on
company size
and the specific database.
company size
and the specific database.
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costdata® data guarantee
Accurate data is the foundation of everything we do. This commitment drives us every day and is also a constant responsibility. Should any significant discrepancies be identified, our costdata® guarantee applies.