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Order management software to optimise your inventory turnover

Accelerate and streamline your entire quote-to-cash processes. Order processing software will save you time, improve accuracy, and increase profitability.

What are the benefits of an order management solution?

The benefits of an order management system reach far beyond the typical time saving and organisational benefits. A more streamlined and efficient cash-to-shipping process means more orders going out – and more revenue coming in. In an age where e-commerce customer expectations are at an all time high, it's essential to keep customers happy by running a succinct order management process.

Improve your team's efficiency

Good news – you and your team no longer have to deal with the hassle of logging into multiple systems or websites to keep track of your orders. Using one centralised system for all your orders, your team can save hours of time and effort.

Track inventory in real-time

Having an accurate, up-to-date view of inventory levels is essential for any business that wants to operate efficiently and effectively. Real-time inventory data allows you to optimise your inventory levels, reducing overstocks and stockouts, which can lead to waste and lost sales. With order fulfilment software, you can make more informed decisions about inventory that lead to a healthier bottom line.

Accurate order fulfilment

In today's competitive marketplace, customer satisfaction is paramount. Accurate order fulfilment can help to establish trust and build loyalty, as customers are more likely to return to a business that consistently meets their expectations. Our online order management system automates the entire end-to-end order fulfilment process, eliminating manual errors, and keeping customers happy.

A solution that grows with you

As your business grows, fulfilment demands become more complex, with order traffic often flowing through multiple channels. Therefore, having an order management system that can scale effectively as your business does is crucial.

Order processing software key features

Automated order processing

Eliminate the manual work and streamline the entire order management cycle with our automated order processing feature.

Customer management database

Access all your customer data from one place. See instantly who your most profitable customers are.

Automated order fulfilment

Handle complex order processing, inventory challenges, and pricing structures with ease.

Reporting and analytics

Generate a wide range of insightful reports to make informed business decisions.

Shipping and delivery automation

Manage the entire shipping process from a single platform efficiently and accurately.

Sage order management software

Sage offers a range of order management solutions geared towards any business need. Save time, improve accuracy, and increase profitability with a Sage online order management system.

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Order management software for your industry

Order management software plays a pivotal role in improving operational efficiency, streamlining workflows, and enhancing customer satisfaction across a wide range of industries. Whether you're in wholesale, manufacturing, retail, or e-commerce, implementing the right order processing software can bring substantial benefits by automating operations, reducing errors, and enabling seamless integration between different parts within your business.

Wholesale and distribution

In the wholesale and distribution industry, managing a high volume of orders, shipments, and inventory across multiple channels can be a complex and time-consuming task. Order management software simplifies this by providing real-time visibility of inventory levels, order status, and customer details.

  • Fulfil orders quickly and accurately, minimising backorders and stockouts.
  • Use real-time inventory tracking to make sure stock levels are updated across all channels, reducing the risk of overstocking or understocking.
  • Offer better customer support with centralised customer information and order history.

Manufacturing

In manufacturing, the relationship between order management and production is critical for on-time delivery and maintaining product quality. An effective online order management system helps manufacturers track orders from start to finish, making sure all aspects of production, from sourcing materials to final delivery, are properly aligned.

  • Sync customer orders with production schedules to make sure raw materials are available and your production line is efficient.
  • Make better procurement decisions and minimise excess inventory with demand forecasting.
  • Leverage automated workflows and real-time data for reduced lead times and reliable delivery schedules.

Retail and e-commerce

In retail and e-commerce, a smart order management solution is an essential tool for managing large volumes of transactions across multiple sales channels. It helps make sure orders are processed correctly and improves the customer experience by providing fast, accurate delivery, and a responsive service.

  • Integrate online and offline sales channels, consolidating all orders in one system.
  • Manage returns efficiently, improving customer satisfaction while minimising time spent on admin.
  • Deliver a superior customer experience with automated support and real-time updates on order status, shipping, and delivery.

Renee Boyle

Chief Financial Officer, Dinges Fire Company

The Sage Intacct order entry process, and the dropship automation has saved us thousands of hours in a month, eliminating duplication of efforts.

Order management software FAQs

Order management software (sometimes known as 'order processing software' or 'order fulfilment software') is an online tool that helps you successfully manage the complete lifecycle of a customer 
order. It automates and tracks all the processes involved with the order, including order entry, inventory management, fulfilment, and all the customer service needs along the way.

The whole order cycle can be complex and it's easy for errors to occur if the process is not managed properly. This often lead to wasted stock, lost sales, and unhappy customers. Order processing software helps prevent this from happening and saves the business time, money and effort.

Inventory management is the process of ordering and tracking stock, the management of stock purchases, and maintaining desired stock levels. It is an essential part of running a profitable business.

Every order management system is different, so it is best to work out the current and future needs of your business first, and then find a solution that fits them.

Firstly, seek to understand the who, what and why of your desired order management system. Next, discuss with stakeholders, including your team members, suppliers and customers, and determine which features are must-haves and which are merely nice-to-haves. Be sure also to discuss your business's future and the scalability of any solutions you consider. You want to choose a system that can grow alongside your business. Other important aspects to consider are the volume of orders, the number of SKUs, your existing systems, especially those that need to integrate, training needs, and your implementation timeline.

The primary difference between order management and inventory management lies in their core functions and focus areas within the supply chain and business operations.

The main purpose of order management software is to handle and track the entire lifecycle of an order, from the moment it is placed by a customer until it is fulfilled and delivered. OMS is focused on the management of orders, ensuring they are processed, routed, and completed efficiently. It covers aspects like order entry, order tracking, invoicing, and customer communication, aiming to streamline your quote-to-cash process and enhance your customer service.

Inventory management, on the other hand, focuses on tracking and controlling inventory levels. It helps businesses manage stock quantities, monitor product movement (e.g. purchases, sales, returns), and optimise stock levels across warehouses and retail locations. The goal of inventory management is to help you make sure that inventory is available when needed, while reducing your excess stock and carrying costs.

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