Welcome to Semigator
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Welcome to Semigator

Discover the new and easy way to procure your external training programme via the Semigator platform. With direct integration into our Ariba purchasing portal, you transfer your booking data to the Ariba shopping basket to complete a binding order to Semigator.

A standardised process for all employees that complies with internal purchasing guidelines.

On Semigator you will find a wide range of training topics, both in classroom and online formats from around 5,000 organisers.

Your advantages when using the Semigator platform:

Simple Login

By redirecting from the Ariba purchasing portal, you no longer need authentication data after a one-time registration and are forwarded directly to the Semigator platform.

Easier Selection

Use search terms and keywords as well as a variety of filter options and a comparison tool for offers to find the optimal training for your needs from over 50,000 events from around 5,000 organisers.

Full control

You can keep an eye on everything via your personal account. You know the status of your current booking and have an overview of your training courses from the past.

Self-service

Thanks to the self-service functions, you can manage, rebook or cancel your booking yourself at any time.

One process for everything

If your desired seminar is not available in the Semigator catalogue, you can have the Semigator Service Team make it available for booking on the platform. This does not affect the booking process or integration into the internal procurement process.

Book classroom and online training courses on the following topics, among others:

  • Fire protection & safety
  • Technical training & certifications
  • Personal & professional development
  • IT & software development
  • Logistics & Transport
Search & find
Book
Process order
Participate
Evaluate event

What advantages does Semigator offer the company?

  • Support for the internal purchasing process through standardised and automated processes.
  • Bundling effects enable better prices and reduce administrative effort. This saves resources.
  • Preferential presentation of offers from framework agreement partners ensures lower costs.
  • Standardised processes lead to a solid and consolidated database for high cost transparency and better education controlling.
  • Thanks to self-services, every employee can manage bookings themselves.
  • Invest time in your personal and professional development

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How Semigator works

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First Steps

How to Access Semigator via Smartbuy Ariba

To access the Semigator platform, navigate to the Smartbuy Ariba purchasing portal by entering go/ariba in your browser. In the search field, type “Semigator” and click on the Semigator tile. You will then be redirected to the Semigator platform.

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Registration

You are required to register once on Semigator to create your personal account. If you have previously registered with Semigator before the transition to the Ariba purchasing portal, Semigator will recognize your existing account and will not prompt you to register again. Instead, you will be taken directly to the Semigator homepage.

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Login & Homepage

From now on, always access Semigator through the SmartBuy Ariba system. After your one-time registration, you will be automatically directed to your personal homepage on the Semigator platform each time you log in. Access through Ariba is essential for booking, as it ensures that bookings can be properly transferred back to Ariba in the shopping cart. On your homepage, you will find your current bookings and active inquiries. Your booking and inquiry history can be accessed via "My Account". Additionally, you can update your contact information via "My Account.” If you require assistance, internal contacts and the Semigator Service Team’s contact details are available at the bottom of this page.

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Search

Start search

Begin your search by using the search bar. Enter a title, keyword, or provider to find relevant training courses. The system will offer suggestions to refine your search. To narrow down your results geographically, add a location. Web-based training courses without a specific location will also be displayed.

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Search results list

The search results list displays all the courses that match your search criteria. Depending on the topic, the number of results may be extensive. It is advisable to refine your search by using the filters located on the left-hand side to find the most relevant courses. A high occurency rate and the event guarantee increase your planning security.

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Frequently booked offers

Frequently booked training courses are events that are popular among other users and have been quality-checked, featuring high star ratings and strong occurrence rates.

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Comparison tool

By clicking on "Compare," you can campare up to three offers simultaneously. The comparison provides an overview based on various criteria such as duration, price, and event type, allowing you to make an informed decision at a glance.

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Seminar Offer - Detailed view

In the detailed view of a seminar offer, you will find comprehensive information about the training course, including content, learning objectives, and target audience. Additionally, a complete list of dates and locations is provided. Click on "Book Now" to initiate the booking process.

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Book & order

Add participant

  1. Click on "Add Attendee" and complete all fields in the participant form.
  2. If booking for yourself, select "The person ordering is also the attendee," and your details will be auto-filled from your contact information. Proceed to the address entry
  3. Select your correct postal address.
  4. Save your entry and repeat the process if you wish to add more participants.

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Further information

Upload any documents that the organizer may require for your seminar registration. Ensure all necessary files are submitted to complete your booking successfully.

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Summary

In the final step—Summary—all your entered data will be displayed for review. Please verify all information carefully. The exact price, including any additional costs and applicable discounts, will also be shown.

Click on "Book Now" to transfer the data to Ariba Smartbuy. You will be redirected shortly, which can take a moment. Please do not cancel the process.

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Check out the shopping basket in Ariba

Click on your shopping basket and select "Check Out." Then, enter the following information before finalizing your shopping basket and submitting the order:

  • Delivery Date
  • Delivery Address (automatically shown in our checkout interface)
  • Cost Center (selectable from the dropdown menu)

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Make an enquiry

Start an enquiry

If you cannot find the appropriate training course in the Semigator catalogue, you can submit an inquiry for an event you discovered through other channels (e.g.,Google or a flyer). The Semigator Service Team will then make the offer available for booking on the platform.

All subsequent processes, such as ordering via the Ariba purchasing system and invoicing through Semigator, will follow the standard procedures.

To start an inquiry, navigate to "My Account" > "My Enquiries" and click on "Start Enquiry Now." You can also initiate an inquiry directly from the search results list using the button located on the right-hand side of the screen. Select a specific event and click Continue.

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Enquiry form part I

In the first part of the enquiry form, enter the title, venue, and desired date asspecified in the offer you found. The Semigator system will then suggest several alternative events from the catalogue that may be suitable substitutes.

Consider whether one of these suggested offers might meet your needs, as you can book these directly without incurring an enquiry fee.

If none of the suggested offers are suitable, click on "Continue Enquiry."

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Enquiry form part II - Send enquiry

In the second part of the enquiry form, specify the organizer. Please provide the link you used to find the offer or upload an offer (e.g., for an in-house training course or a flyer). Enter the number of participants. All other fields are optional. Click on "Send Enquiry" to submit your request.

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What happens now?

After submitting your enquiry, you will receive a confirmation of receipt along with your enquiry number. Please keep this number handy in case you have any questions regarding your enquiry.

The Semigator Service Team will typically make your requested offer available for booking on the platform within one working day. You will receive an email notification once the offer is ready (see illustration).

You can then accept (book) or reject the offer. The booking process will follow the same steps as a standard catalogue booking.

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Self-service (rebooking & cancellation)

Manage your booking in self-service

You can manage your bookings through the self-service feature by navigating to "MyAccount" > "My Bookings" > "Details." Actions are only available once the event has been confirmed by the organizer,and only one action can be processed at a time. The booking status will indicate if your booking is currently undergoing changes, during which no further actions can be performed (indicated by a light grey button).

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Only one action at a time

An action must always be completed/confirmed before you can start the next one. You can tell whether your booking is currently in a change process by the status of your booking. Further actions cannot be carried out during this time (light grey button).

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FAQ

1. What happens after booking on the Semigator platform?

Upon booking a training course on the Semigator platform, you will be redirected to the SmartBuy Ariba purchasing system. Please review your shopping cart there and finalize your order. Note that your booking will only be processed bySemigator once a binding Purchase order from the purchasing system SmartBuy Ariba has been received.

2. How can I change my contact details?

To updateyour contact information, navigate to the top right corner of your homepage andselect "My Account." Here, you will find your current contactdetails, which you can modify as needed.

3. What are the occurency rate and the event guarantee?

The occurrence rate, calculated by Semigator, indicates the percentage of training courses offered by a provider that actually take place. A high occurrence rate minimizes the risk of your selected seminar being cancelled. The event guarantee is provided by the organizer and ensures that the seminar will proceed regardless of the number of bookings. Both features offer you greater planning security when making a booking.

4. What can I do if I can't find the right offer in the Semigator catalogue?

If you cannot locate the desired offer in the Semigator catalogue, you may search for a suitable option through other channels (e.g., Google). If you find an appropriate offer, do not book it directly with the organizer. Instead, submit an inquiry on Semigator by navigating to "My Account" >"My Enquiries" > "Start Enquiry." The Semigator Service Team will typically make the offer available on the platform within one working day and notify you via email. The booking, ordering, and invoicing processes remain unaffected and continue to follow the established internal procedures.

5. How do I know the status of my enquiry and booking?

You can view the status of your enquiries and bookings at any time on the Semigator platform.

Booking Status Explained:

  • Awaiting Approval: Your booking has been successfully transferred to the SmartBuy Ariba purchasing portal, but Semigator has not yet received a binding order. Please ensure your shopping cart is correctly completed or that the order is not still within the internal approval workflow.
  • Availability Check: Semigator has received your binding order from the purchasing portal and is now verifying availability with the organizer. This process may take some time. You will be notified via email once the organizer has confirmed your registration.
  • Registration Confirmed: The organizer has confirmed your registration, and you are eligible to participate. You will receive an email with the registration confirmation and any additional information from the organizer.

6. What does the status ‘Reserved’ and the status ‘Waiting list’ mean?

  • Waiting List: The organizer has explicitly confirmed that you are on the waiting list for the event.
  • Reserved: The organizer has provided a reservation or receipt confirmation or indicated a "non-binding registration confirmation." This means the event is not yet     guaranteed to take place.

7. Can training programs abroad be booked via Semigator?

Most of the offerings in the Semigator catalogue are events located in Germany or the DACH region. However, events in any country can be made available for booking through an inquiry, provided the organizer agrees to collaborate with Semigator. There is no need to confirm this with the organizer beforehand; simply submit an inquiry, and the Semigator Service Team will handle the rest.

8. Can I cancel or rebook my participation? Does this result in costs?

Yes, you can modify or completely cancel your booking using the self-service functions available on the platform.

To Change or Cancel a Booking:

  1. Navigate to "My Account" > "My Bookings."
  2. Select the booking you wish to modify and click on "Details."
  3. Under "Participant Details," you will find the available options to change or cancel your booking.

Please note:

  • Self-service modifications are only available after the organizer has confirmed your registration to the training. Bookings with the status "Awaiting Approval" or     "Availability Check" cannot be modified or cancelled.
  • Only one process can be initiated at a time. Further changes are not possible while a process is ongoing.
  • The Semigator service fee covers the process of cancelling or rebooking your training. No additional costs are incurred, but the service fee remains applicable even in case of changes or cancellations.
  • Depending on the cancellation timing, fees may apply as per the organizer's terms and conditions. These terms are usually included with the registration confirmation. If uncertain about applicable cancellation fees, please contact the Semigator Service Team at cs@semigator.de.

9. Why do we pay a service fee to Semigator?

The entire process from procurement to billing for a training program is complex,time-consuming, and involves multiple departments. After booking, purchase requisitions and orders must be created for the purchasing department. New suppliers and vendors need to be set up in the system. Invoices must be verified, paid to various organizers with different payment terms, and posted accordingly.

Handling these tasks internally incurs high costs. Semigator manages this process more efficiently and economically, resulting in calculable and transparent costs for your organization.

10. Why do we also have to pay a service fee if I have cancelled or the organiser has cancelled?

The service fee is applied once a binding order has been received by Semigator from the purchasing system. At this point, Semigator has already provided a significant portion of its services. It does not matter whether the booking is subsequently cancelled by you or by the organizer at any time there after; the service fee remains applicable.

Semigator Corporate Service Team

Do you need help?

We are there for you!

The Corporate Service Team is at your disposal for all questions relating to your bookings, enquiries and invoices and is the first point of contact for technical questions.

Mail: cs@semigator.de

Phone: +49 30 26034 072

Monday till friday - 8AM to 5PM

Your contact for bayer internal process questions

Your experts from HR and Procurement:

Please visit me@Bayer to get in touch with internal colleagues from HR and Procurement.