Entries by Bizowie

Industrial Supply Distribution: Handling High SKU Counts and Complex Catalogs

October 20, 2025 in , /by

Industrial supply distributors operate in a uniquely challenging environment. While many distribution businesses manage hundreds or a few thousand SKUs, industrial distributors routinely handle 50,000, 100,000, or even 500,000+ products spanning dozens of categories from multiple manufacturers. Each product has specifications, cross-references, compatibility requirements, and pricing structures that customers depend on for critical purchasing decisions. […]

Order-to-Cash Optimization: Eliminating Bottlenecks in Distribution Fulfillment

October 17, 2025 in /by

The order-to-cash cycle represents the heartbeat of your distribution business. From the moment a customer places an order until you receive payment, every hour of delay costs you money, frustrates customers, and ties up working capital. Yet most distribution companies tolerate significant inefficiencies in this critical process, accepting bottlenecks as inevitable rather than addressing them […]

Understanding Distribution Metrics: KPIs Every Distributor Should Track Daily

October 16, 2025 in /by

Ask a distribution company owner how business is going, and you’ll likely hear “pretty good” or “things are busy.” Press for specifics, and the conversation often turns vague. Revenue is up, but is profitability growing? Order volume is strong, but are you fulfilling efficiently? The warehouse feels busy, but is productivity actually improving? Running a […]

Standalone WMS vs. Integrated Distribution ERP: Which Approach Works Better?

October 15, 2025 in , /by

Distribution companies evaluating warehouse management solutions face a fundamental decision that will shape their operations for years to come. Should you implement a best-of-breed standalone warehouse management system (WMS) that specializes in warehouse operations, or choose an integrated distribution ERP platform that includes warehouse management as part of a comprehensive business system? Both approaches have […]

Credit Management Best Practices: Balancing Sales Growth with Payment Risk

October 14, 2025 in , /by

Every distribution company faces a fundamental tension. Your sales team wants to say yes to every customer and opportunity, driving revenue growth and building relationships. Your finance team wants to protect the company from bad debt, ensuring that today’s sales don’t become tomorrow’s write-offs. Finding the right balance between these competing priorities determines whether your […]

The Future of Distribution: How Technology Is Reshaping Wholesale Operations

October 14, 2025 in , /by

The distribution industry is undergoing its most profound transformation in decades. Technologies that seemed futuristic just years ago are now reshaping how wholesale operations function, compete, and create value. From cloud-based platforms that provide instant visibility across complex supply chains to artificial intelligence that predicts demand with remarkable accuracy, the technological revolution is fundamentally changing […]

Getting Your Team On Board: Change Management for ERP Implementation

October 13, 2025 in /by

You’ve made the decision to implement a new ERP system. After months of evaluation, you’ve selected the right platform, negotiated the contract, and assembled your implementation team. The technical project plan looks solid. Data migration is scheduled. Training sessions are on the calendar. Everything should be ready for a successful go-live. Yet there’s a critical […]

Building Your Internal ERP Power Users: Train-the-Trainer Strategies

October 10, 2025 in /by

Implementing a new ERP system represents a significant investment for any distribution company. You’ve evaluated vendors, negotiated contracts, migrated data, and configured the system to match your business processes. But here’s the reality that catches many organizations off guard: the technical implementation is only half the battle. The real challenge lies in ensuring your team […]

Real Cloud ERP vs. Fake Cloud ERP: Why the Difference Matters for Your Distribution Business

October 9, 2025 in /by

Not all cloud ERP systems are created equal. As more distribution companies migrate from on-premises software to cloud solutions, a troubling trend has emerged. Many vendors market their products as “cloud ERP” when they’re actually just hosting traditional software on remote servers. The difference between real cloud ERP and this “fake cloud” approach isn’t merely […]