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D I S T R I B U T ION

Technology and transformati on

supports distributi on

Today’s distributors require the highest level of support in their distributi on processes and procedures.

chieving sound local or global distribution With this approach come immense productivity
reach is imperative for any distributor hoping gains and process improvements, driving new business
Ato survive and thrive in today’s socio-economic models and continued enhancements. Th is allows for the
climate. Many organisations are failing as they cling to old strengthening of long-standing businesses and fortifying
and outdated legacy systems. Th ese systems drastically newer business for future growth. In an industry that is
reduce effi ciency and substantially increase the probability seeing rapid and continual evolutions it is imperative that
of delays and revenue loss due to human error. new business models, products and regulatory concerns are
eff ectively supported.
“Today’s distributors require
the highest level of support in their As globalisation advances at an increasingly rapid rate,
distribution processes and procedures. organisations need to utilise a system that off ers multi-
Utilising advanced technological site, multi-company, multi-currency and multi-language
solutions, tailor-made to specifi c industry solutions. Th ese solutions allow for easily managed and
requirements, drives improved business more effi cient international operations. “Th is is crucial for
productivity and agility,” explains Paul any distribution organisation that wants to operate on a
Bouchier, Sales Director at iOCO within global scale, and this is why Infor CloudSuite Distribution
iOCO Software Distribution, Africa’s Enterprise off ers up to 49 localisations and 24 languages,”
leading integrated technology services explains Bouchier.
company and the local Infor Master
Reseller. Infor is a global leader in For optimal functioning across the globe,
Paul Bouchier. business cloud software. distribution organisations need to use solutions that
provide fl exible and scalable capabilities, ensuring
In moving away from outdated legacy systems, adaptability to new markets and regulatory change. Th is
organisations are able to vastly improve on the fi rmly establishes the business as a leading organisation
management of business processes. Th rough innovative in the digital age. Investing in advanced digital solutions
solutions, like Infor CloudSuite Distribution Enterprise, empowers distribution organisations with increased
distributors are increasing both effi ciencies and revenue. productivity capabilities, globally. Th is increase can
With these advanced solutions, businesses are aff orded the be seen across operations, workforce and customer
opportunity for organisational growth and higher quality experience.
customer engagement. “It is imperative that distribution organisations
L O GI S T I CS NEWS sizes embrace strong foundational support. “By focusing on operate at the level that global customers have come to
It is imperative that distribution organisations of all
expect,” concludes Bouchier. “Utilising advanced global
the areas that really need attention and employing fi t-for-
distribution technologies ensures these businesses
purpose solutions, distributors will increase operational
fl ourish in the highly competitive landscape of global
effi ciency, intelligence and productivity,” continues Bouchier.

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