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What is an ERP System in Distribution?

An ERP system in distribution is one centralized platform that connects inventory, warehouse management, purchasing, order fulfillment and accounting, so distributors can see stock, orders and margins in real time. Instead of juggling spreadsheets, separate warehouse tools and disconnected accounting, distribution ERP software gives sales, warehouse and finance teams the same live data across every location. SoftArt delivers ERP for distribution businesses on Oracle NetSuite, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Oracle Cloud.

Why Choose SoftArt for Distribution ERP Software?

With more than 22 years of ERP experience across NetSuite, Odoo, Dynamics 365 and Oracle, SoftArt helps wholesalers and distributors select, implement and support the ERP that fits their products, warehouses and growth plans. Our distribution ERP services include:

  • ERP Evaluation & Selection comparing platforms against your distribution workflows
  • ERP Implementation by certified consultants, with 108+ ERP implementations and go-lives delivered
  • Integration with e-commerce, EDI, shipping carriers, 3PLs and warehouse scanners, with 58+ integrations delivered
  • Data Migration & 24x7 Support to migrate from your current system, with teams in the US, Canada, India, UAE, UK and the Philippines

The same team stays with you from selection through go-live and ongoing support, so you get maximum ROI from your distribution ERP investment.

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Key Features of ERP for Distribution

Whichever platform you choose, distribution ERP software connects the warehouse floor, the sales team and the books in one system.

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Inventory &
Warehouse Management

Track stock across multiple warehouses in real time, with lot and batch tracking, expiry dates, bin locations and FIFO or average cost valuation.

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Order-to-Cash
Automation

Move from quote to sales order, pick, pack, ship and invoice in one flow, with real-time availability so you only promise what you can deliver.

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Inventory Management
staff scheduling

Procurement &
Supply Chain

Set reorder points, automate purchase orders, manage vendors and track inbound shipments to avoid both stockouts and overstock.

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CRM

Field Sales &
Route Planning

Give sales reps mobile order taking, customer-specific and regional pricing, trade schemes and route planning, all synced back to the ERP.

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Financial Management
& Reporting

Manage general ledger, receivables, payables, COGS and regional taxes such as sales tax, VAT or GST, with live dashboards on margin by product, customer and warehouse.

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What is the Best Software for a Distribution Business?

The best software for a distribution business depends on your product range, number of warehouses, order volume and existing technology, so there is no single best ERP for every distributor. Odoo often suits small and mid-size distributors that want inventory, purchasing, sales and barcode-driven warehouse operations in one modular system. NetSuite suits growing, multi-subsidiary wholesalers that need cloud financials, consolidation and advanced inventory. Dynamics 365 Business Central suits mid-market distributors on Microsoft, while Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations handles large, global supply chains. Oracle suits enterprise distributors with complex, multi-country operations. SoftArt implements all four and helps you choose the right distribution ERP software for your growth plan.

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Complex Workflows

Simplifies order processing, picking, packing, shipping and returns across warehouses.

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Regulatory Compliance

Supports lot traceability, recalls and regional tax compliance for every shipment.

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Inventory Control

Balances stock across warehouses to prevent stockouts, dead stock and expiry losses.

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Data Integration

Connects e-commerce, EDI, carriers, 3PLs and accounting data in one platform.

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Scalability

Grows with you as you add SKUs, warehouses, channels and subsidiaries.

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Case Study

With our ERP software solutions, we have helped unlock the full potential of businesses software investments. See what makes us the best ERP service-provider company.

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Client: Automotive Dealer Network
Requirement: Business Central for Dealer Management

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Client: Healthcare (Clinic Network)
Requirement: Business Central for Healthcare

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Client: Construction (Contracting Firm)
Requirement: Business Central for Contracting

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Client: Industry: Retail (Fashion Chain)
Requirement: Business Central for Fashion Retail

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Client: NetSuite For IT System Integrator
Requirement: NetSuite For IT System Integrator

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Client: NetSuite For Restaurant Group
Requirement: NetSuite For Restaurant Group

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Client: NetSuite For Global Manufacturer
Requirement: NetSuite For Global Manufacturer

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Client: NetSuite For Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Requirement: NetSuite For Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Client: Oil & Gas (Trading & Logistics)
Requirement: NetSuite for Oil & Gas trading

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Client: E-commerce (Lifestyle Products)
Requirement: Netsuite for E-commerce

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Client: Wholesale Distribution (Electronics)
Requirement: NetSuite for Wholesale Distribution

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Client: Professional Services (IT Consulting)
Requirement: NetSuite for Professional Services

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Client: Manufacturing (Industrial Equipment)
Requirement: NetSuite for Manufacturing

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Client: Amalgamated Family of Companies
Requirement: Managed Services & Upgrades

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Client: Bookazine
Requirement: Oracle Database Migration to AWS

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Client: Leading Wealth Management Firm
Requirement: Sage and Salesforce to Microsoft Dynamics Business Central Migration

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Client: SAAB Inc
Requirement: EBS & Database Upgrade

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Client: Global BFSI Company
Requirement: CRM Migration from Oracle Legacy Systems to Microsoft Dynamics 365

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Don’t Take Our Word for It

Clients’ Testimonials

Hear from our satisfied partners and industry leaders about our ERP software solutions.

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We opted for an efficient roadmap because we didn’t have the skill and expertise that SoftArt has, and we wanted training along the way because we wanted to be the people who maintain the system. SoftArt was able to accommodate our needs from an IT and ERP perspective but also a business perspective.

Director of IT
Amalgamated Family of Companies

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Get a good partner, and that is different from a good consultant! You want the resource capacity; you want the expertise; but you really want somebody to invest in the success of your project, rather than have it be just another project. I’m happy to say that’s what we found in the SoftArt team. It was like taking a leap many years into the future with the ERP upgrade.

Director of Business Systems
SAAB USA

bookazine

We were looking to cut costs by migrating but lacked the expertise to do so. SoftArt brought valuable resources and experience to the table, and their road-mapping skills ensured the process was smooth.

Founder & CEO 
Bookazine

good eats

We were lost when it came to evaluating, recommending, and finalizing an ERP to manage our warehouse, bars, restaurants, and brewery. SoftArt came in and simplified the process and showcased why the recommended solution combined with their team is the best to get this done. I’m happy to say they were right!

 

Managing Director
Good Eats Food Group

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Frequently Asked Questions

ERP for a distribution business is software that connects inventory, warehouse management, purchasing, order fulfillment and accounting in one centralized platform, giving distributors real-time visibility into stock, orders and profitability.

The core modules are inventory and warehouse management, order-to-cash, procurement and supply chain, sales and CRM (including field sales), and financial management with reporting.

SoftArt implements Oracle NetSuite, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Business Central and Finance & Operations) and Oracle for distributors. We compare them against your products, warehouses, order volume and budget, then recommend the best fit.

Yes. Distribution ERP software tracks stock by warehouse and bin, supports lot, batch and serial tracking with expiry dates, and handles transfers between locations. See how we delivered this in our wholesale distribution case study.

Cost depends on the platform, modules, number of users and warehouses, and the integrations involved, plus a one-time implementation fee. Use our ERP price calculator for an estimate, or contact SoftArt for a scoped quote.

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