Limendo mERP for Wholesale & Distribution – Efficiency, Transparency, and Control in the Supply Chain.
The Challenge: Data Silos, Inefficient Workflows, and Increasing Complexity.
Many large distributors operate with fragmented legacy system landscapes, where Merchandise Management (Warenwirtschaft) is disconnected from financial accounting, demand planning (disposition), and digital ordering channels.Viele Großhändler arbeiten mit gewachsenen Systemlandschaften – die Warenwirtschaft ist getrennt von Buchhaltung, Disposition und Online-Bestellkanälen.
This leads to:
- Poor Master Data Quality: Insufficient and inconsistent master data, which is often the root cause of issues in large-scale distribution.
- Duplicate Data Entry: Redundant data input and error-prone communication between departments.
- Supply Chain Delays: Disruptions in the supply chain due as inventory status and pending orders are not synchronized.
- Lack of Profitability Visibility: Absence of clear transparency regarding product margins, operational costs, and customer revenue streams.
These inefficiencies waste time and capital, severely hindering informed, data-driven decision-making.
The Solution: mERP – The Modular ERP Platform for Wholesale and Enterprise Distribution.
With mERP, large distributors digitize their entire process chain—from placement of the initial purchase order and goods receipt to final sales and delivery.
Procurement & Supplier Management
- Automated Replenishment: Automated purchase order suggestions based on real-time stock levels, demand, and sales data.
- Supplier Benchmarking: Real-time price and terms comparison across multiple vendors.
- Contract Compliance: Comprehensive calculation of supplier terms, including annual comparisons and management of yearly bonuses/rebates.
- Digital P2P: Digital processing of incoming invoices (AP) and automated approval workflows.
- Proactive Shortage Alerting: Early recognition of supply bottlenecks based on real-time data analysis.
Warehouse Management & Logistics
- Multi-Warehouse Capability: Support for multi-site and multi-location inventory management.
- Mobile Data Capture: Real-time data recording for goods receipt, order picking, goods issue, and physical inventory using mobile devices.
- Batch and Serial Number Tracking: Comprehensive management and tracking of batches and individual serial numbers (critical for compliance).
- Packaging and Traceability: Streamlined packing processes ensure full traceability of every shipment.
- Carrier Integration: Seamless integration with freight forwarders and logistics service providers.
Sales & B2B Customer Management
- Centralized Customer Master Data: Central management of customer information and discount control structured by customer groups/tiers.
- Automated Order Capture: Automatic order entry from online customer portals or via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) interfaces.
- Dedicated Customer Portal: A self-service portal for clients to enter orders, access product information (datasheets, price lists), manage returns, and more.
- Complex Pricing Models: Support for tailored pricing and rebate structures, including calculation of annual bonuses, marketing contributions, and fees for payment services.
- Omni-Channel Sales Capability: Unified functionality supporting field sales representatives, the B2B webshop, and any relevant Point-of-Sale (POS) activities.
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Automated Ledger Posting: Automatic posting of supplier (AP) and customer (AR) invoices/documents.
- Cost Center Accounting: Detailed cost center allocation and contribution margin analysis (profitability by segment)
- Real-Time Financial Dashboard: Instant visibility into revenue, margin, and liquidity status.
- Advanced Business Intelligence: Comprehensive BI functionality via integrated reports or the Limendo mERP BI module, featuring Power BI integration and a dedicated data warehouse.
The Outcome: Transparent Processes and Highly Efficient Operations.
With mERP, Wholesalers Achieve:
- 30–50% Time Savings in administrative and non-value-added tasks.
- Fewer Errors due to central master data management and synchronization.
- Faster Fulfilment: Enhanced delivery speed and capability through real-time inventory visibility.
- Improved Shipping Accuracy: Higher delivery precision, leading to reduced returns and increased profitability.
- Better Profitability: Enhanced financial performance driven by precise control and margin analysis.
Limendo mERP grows seamlessly with your enterprise - from a regional distributor to an international trading organization.
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