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Optimise your business with supply chain management

With supply chain management software solutions, organisations benefit from increased business intelligence and in-depth, actionable analysis into their data.

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What is supply chain management?

What is supply chain management and why is it important? Much like ERP, supply chain management is the governing of the flow of goods and services through your business, from sourcing inventory and manufacturing, to warehousing, distribution and customer services. With supply chain management software, you can streamline processes, reduce operational costs and make savings across the entire organisation.

Regardless of the size or location of your business, taking the time to construct an effective supply chain management strategy and investing in the right solution will deliver big rewards. There are many different supply chain strategies that can help your enterprise become more efficient, but dedicated SCM tools put you in control by connecting key business elements in one centralised platform. 

How Supply Chain Management tools can benefit your company

The best SCM software helps businesses cut costs and operate more efficiently by simplifying their workflow. With supply management software, your business will benefit from increased agility, so you can keep up with demand, target new opportunities, and get ahead of the competition. Discover the key benefits:

Makes decision making easier

Cloud functionality gives business leaders access to critical information in real-time so that they can make informed decisions. With increased insight and reliable data, businesses also reduce risk.

Aids collaboration

Connect your entire operation from the finance team to warehouse managers. With SCM tools, all stakeholders can easily access the same accurate data, reducing errors and increasing transparency.

Helps satisfy more customers

Your customers are centric to everything you do so it’s important to have an efficient supply chain. By having optimised logistics and a clear overview of your inventory, you can fulfil more customer orders. Inspire trust and confidence in your customers so they keep coming back.

Saves you time and money

Automate admin-heavy tasks and processes to bring down costs and free up your precious time. A dedicated SCM system does the groundwork, letting you focus your time on business growth.

Get flexible supply chain optimisation software

Our supply chain management systems offer simple solutions to often complex issues. Whether you’re a small business owner looking to optimise your warehousing or a medium-sized enterprise planning to scale up your process manufacturing, we have the right supply chain optimisation software for your needs. Realise your company’s potential with Sage today.

Sage 200 Evolution

Gain full control with smart, cost-effective software

  • Configure and customise Sage 200 Evolution with optional modules for different industries to suit business needs
  • Gain even more control with full inventory management including batch and serial traceability and replenishment
  • Gain better visibility with connected CRM
  • Build and access powerful data insights on the go, in the familiar environment of Excel
  • Reduce complexities with bank feeds
  • Use business intelligence and insights to propel your business forwards
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Sage 300cloud

Sage 300cloud software can help prepare your business for growth. You'll love how easy it is to manage your accounting, inventory, operations, distribution, and more.

  • Gain a 360 degree view of  your entire operation by a single, integrated solution
  • Strengthen vendor relationships and streamline purchasing. Process and track domestic and international orders
  • Manage multiple companies and currencies
  • Automate your finances with simplified monthly reconciliations
  • Simplify your inventory by shipping orders on time, from multiple locations
  • Optimise operations and distribution processes to eliminate waste and deliver on time—every time
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Sage X3

Take control of your entire business, from supply chain to sales with Sage Business Cloud X3

  • A single solution for managing your core business processes including inventory, sales, customer service, finance and workflow
  • Collaborate across divisions, countries, multiple sites, languages and legislations
  • Manage financial operations with general ledger, cost accounting and budgeting
  • Control procurement, cash flow and business purchases
  • Get 360 degree view of customers across sales, marketing, customer service and support
  • Ideal for manufacturing, wholesale distribution and service processes businesses
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