Introduction

In today’s fast-paced digital ecosystem, organizations are striving for real-time data processing, seamless system integration, and scalable enterprise solutions. Event-driven architectures (EDA) powered by Apache Kafka have emerged as a revolutionary approach to integrating complex ERP systems with other enterprise applications. Event-Driven Integration (Kafka) with ERP Training Course is designed to equip participants with hands-on skills, practical knowledge, and strategic insights to implement high-performance event-driven solutions. Leveraging stream processing, microservices integration, and message-driven workflows, participants will learn how to ensure data consistency, operational efficiency, and business agility across all systems.

This course emphasizes real-world applications of Kafka in ERP ecosystems, covering event streaming, data pipelines, transactional integrity, and scalable messaging frameworks. Participants will gain expertise in designing robust integration architectures, managing asynchronous data flows, and troubleshooting complex event-driven systems. By the end of the training, learners will be capable of orchestrating seamless ERP integrations, optimizing workflow automation, and delivering enterprise-grade solutions that drive business innovation and operational excellence.

Programme Curriculum

Event-Driven Integration (Kafka) with ERP Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Master event-driven architecture for enterprise ERP integration.
Implement real-time data streaming using Apache Kafka.
Design scalable, fault-tolerant messaging pipelines.
Integrate ERP systems with microservices via Kafka.
Optimize asynchronous data flows for business agility.
Ensure data consistency and transactional integrity.
Apply Kafka Streams for complex data transformations.
Develop event-driven workflows for operational efficiency.
Troubleshoot Kafka cluster performance issues.
Enhance business process automation using EDA.
Implement enterprise-grade logging and monitoring.
Explore cloud-native Kafka integration with ERP.
Gain hands-on experience with real-world case studies.

Target Audience

Enterprise Architects
ERP Developers and Consultants
Integration Specialists
Data Engineers
System Administrators
IT Managers and Decision Makers
Solution Architects
Technical Project Managers

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Event-Driven Architecture & Kafka

Overview of EDA principles
Kafka architecture & core components
commands, events, and notifications
Advantages of event-driven ERP integrations
Case Study: Real-time order processing in SAP using Kafka

Module 2: Kafka Setup & Cluster Management

Installing Kafka and Zookeeper
Cluster configuration & replication strategies
Producer and Consumer basics
Kafka security
Case Study: Setting up Kafka cluster for finance ERP transactions

Module 3: ERP System Integration with Kafka

Connecting SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics to Kafka
API vs event-based integration
Data mapping and schema registry
Handling transactional consistency
Case Study: Automated invoice processing in ERP using Kafka

Module 4: Data Streaming & Real-Time Processing

Introduction to Kafka Streams
Transforming and aggregating ERP data in real-time
Handling late or out-of-order events
Stateless vs stateful stream processing
Case Study: Real-time inventory updates for retail ERP

Module 5: Designing Event-Driven Workflows

Event choreography and orchestration patterns
Event sourcing & CQRS in ERP systems
Designing robust messaging pipelines
Monitoring workflow execution and alerts
Case Study: HR payroll processing using event-driven architecture

Module 6: Monitoring, Logging, and Troubleshooting

Kafka monitoring tools
Metrics, logging, and alerting best practices
Troubleshooting producer/consumer issues
Performance tuning and scaling strategies
Case Study: Resolving delayed shipment notifications in ERP

Module 7: Cloud & Microservices Integration

Kafka in cloud environments
Microservices communication patterns with Kafka
Containerization and orchestration with Docker & Kubernetes
Event-driven APIs and serverless integration
Case Study: Multi-region ERP synchronization using Kafka

Module 8: Advanced Kafka Concepts & Capstone Project

Kafka Connect & connectors for ERP systems
Exactly-once semantics & transactional messaging
Schema evolution and governance
Hands-on capstone: End-to-end ERP integration project
Case Study: End-to-end supply chain automation with Kafka and ERP

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000