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Digital disruption

Industrial PVF distributors say e-Commerce may have a place in the market, ERP continues to meet needs.

August 11, 2021

When it comes to digital presence — e-Commerce, ERP software, social media, websites, etc. — the wholesale-distribution sector is somewhat all over the map. A recent survey conducted by Supply House Times asked several industrial PVF distributors to anonymously comment on their company’s utilization of and plans for adopting e-Commerce.

Supply House Times profile: Epicor brings integrated reporting to distributors

New cloud ERP software allows distributors to focus on business instead of IT.

Natalie Forster

April 5, 2021

Epicor Software Co. recently released its Prophet 21 2020.2 cloud ERP software. Perhaps the most unique feature of the launch is an integrated reporting tool that allows anyone in the organization to go from data source to reports in less than 60 seconds and run reports without the need for special coding, database skills or requesting IT help.

Century A/C Supply enlists Thrive Technologies to help maintain position as leader in customer service

March 2, 2021

Thrive Technologies announced Houston-based Century A/C Supply is the latest company to seek its supply chain planning software to help wholesale-distributors maintain high standards of customer service.

Bruce Merrifield: Automate the picking of your losing, small-dollar SKUs

Bruce Merrifield

February 25, 2021

Many distributors assume they can handle one more warehouse order for free. Aren’t all warehouse operational-costs fixed in the moment? And isn’t keeping people busier good?

DDI System launches ERP Software Version 22

February 12, 2021

DDI System’s latest products release includes advanced functionality that empowers distributors to elevate operations, the company says.

TrueShip by Neuco helps distributors prepare for shipping costs

January 18, 2021

The addition of the TrueShip feature to Neuco’s ordering process has made it easier for counter salespeople to wrap up a sale with their customers. Distributors were previously accustomed to waiting for a final invoice before knowing shipping costs on their orders but now they can see their landed total prior to submitting an order.

Epicor announces Prophet 21 solution

November 3, 2020

Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, announced the 2020.2 release of its Prophet 21 solution. The latest release enables distributors to modernize processes as they pivot and adapt in a rapidly changing market, while making strategic data-based decisions by utilizing ERP technology.

Chris Calabro joins Channel Marketing Group

September 21, 2020

Chris Calabro, a 30 plus year veteran of the electrical, HVAC and Fire Safety industries, joins Channel Marketing Group, as a vice president. Chris will be supporting clients in the electrical, plumbing, HVAC and fire safety industries.

Epicor continues to evolve in a changing landscape

Distribution software provider says being on top of the digital game is important now more than ever.

Mike Miazga

April 13, 2020

With PHCP-PVF distributors facing more and more challenges in an ever-evolving business landscape, having proper back-office systems in place to meet the changing needs of customers has become even more top of mind.