SAP Business One for wholesale & distribution companies
Get your entire supply chain talking on autopilot. Satisfy every customer and supplier
Connect and control every part of your supply chain to deliver the right goods, on time – and profitably.
We implement SAP B1’s warehouse distribution software to the same exacting standards your customers expect. Because we listen first, then deliver.
At-a-glance: SAP Business One’s wholesale distribution software
Get real-time visibility & control over all the moving parts
So you can maintain a healthy profit margin and keep customers and suppliers satisfied
SAP Business One gives you 360-degree insights and control over your entire operation – from warehouse to customer delivery. All with seamless syncing of all the live data you need to communicate and make the decisions that matter.
Wholesale and distribution industry challenges
Amazon expectations have become the standard
Wholesalers and distributors face increasing pressure to maintain perfect stock levels while meeting rapid delivery demands.
Every stock error, delivery delay, or customer service issue impacts both current operations and future growth. And when your systems and supply chain don’t speak to each other, you will struggle to stay competitive.
Meeting same-day delivery expectations.
Maintaining perfect inventory accuracy.
Managing multi-channel fulfillment.
Controlling costs while improving service.
SAP B1 wholesale & distribution features
See how SAP B1’s features solve daily wholesale & distribution challenges
And increases profit margins and customer satisfaction in the process
SAP Business One gives you the tools to manage and connect your stock, suppliers, orders and delivery from one platform. And gives the data you need to make smarter, more confident decisions for growth.
INVENTORY AND WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
Optimise stock levels, reduce costs and improve efficiency
Balance supply and demand with real-time visibility and control of your entire inventory
SAP Business One helps you balance supply and demand across multiple locations, reducing carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
Multi-location inventory tracking: Know exactly what’s in stock across all warehouses.
Automated reordering: Prevent stockouts and overstocking with smart replenishment.
Batch and serial number tracking: Enhance traceability and manage recalls efficiently.
ORDER FULFILMENT AND LOGISTICS
Streamline operations and boost customer loyalty
Fulfil orders faster and more accurately
SAP Business One enables you to manage the entire order-to-delivery process more efficiently, to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Automated order processing: Reduce errors and speed up order fulfilment.
Real-time shipment tracking: Provide customers with up-to-date delivery information.
Route optimisation: Minimise transportation costs and improve delivery times.
SUPPLIER AND PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT
Strengthen supplier relationships and contract terms
Optimise your procurement processes and manage supplier performance & contracts
SAP Business One helps you manage your suppliers effectively, ensuring a steady supply of products at competitive prices.
Supplier performance tracking: Monitor reliability and quality to improve partnerships.
Automated purchase orders: Streamline procurement and reduce manual work.
Contract management: Easily track and manage supplier agreements and terms.
WHY APH?
SAP B1’s success depends on having experts who understand SAP and your industry
And who genuinely care about your success
ERP implementation failures hit wholesalers and distributors particularly hard, disrupting order fulfillment, affecting customer satisfaction, and creating inventory chaos. Success depends on having a partner who can bridge the gap between SAP and distribution operations. And one that listens to everyone – from warehouse floor to top floor – to ensure the solution meets your unique needs and vision.
Proven experience
We speak your language, but listen first
You’ll work with a team that’s implemented SAP for wholesalers and distributors across the UK. One that understands both your logistics challenges and how to solve them through SAP.
“APH guided us through the entire process, really taking the time to understand our processes, our needs and our objectives, so we’ve got a deployment that really works for us.“
Matt Bowman / Quality Manager at Walker Bros (Elland)
Strategic partnership
You’ll want to run ideas by us, not costs
We believe successful implementations start with understanding your unique processes and challenges. That’s why we spend time on your factory floor, talk with your team, and ensure SAP aligns perfectly with your operation.
““I don’t think there’s any IT project that we wouldn’t discuss with APH first.” “We’ll sound them out and they may come back and say, “Have you thought of doing it this way?” And it’s better. With our past vendor, we’d call them and say, “How much does that cost?“
Max Sheridan / Managing Director, Algeos
Family-run values since 1984
We continue earning your trust long after the contract is signed
With APH, it’s always personal. We may have grown in expertise, but we’ll never outgrow your business. And we’ve never sold out.
“They knew what our problems were and asked the right questions. But there was an element of, “Been there done that, don’t worry about it. It’s all good. We know what we’re doing.“
Steve Horder / CEO, PCS Instruments
APH CUSTOMERS
Specialists in SAP Business One implementation
for wholesale & distribution SMEs
How Newport accelerated order processing and gained strategic insights from their existing SAP.
How Newport accelerated order processing and gained strategic insights from their existing SAP.
Our SAP Business One methodology
SAP’s proven methodology and our expertise are the building blocks
It’s how we deliver it that shows we’re as invested in your success as you are
We know how much rests on your SAP project being delivered on time, to your exact needs. Our Accelerated Implementation Program builds on over 40 years of experience and SAP best practices. But it’s how we deliver it that makes the difference.
INTEGRATION PARTNERS & APPS
Improve SAP B1’S performance with leading wholesale & distribution and business add-ons
The SAP Business One add-ons we trust
SAP FAQs
Most implementations take 6 – 9 months. We plan carefully around your peak periods and ensure minimal disruption to your daily operations. You’ll have a clear project timeline after our initial discovery sessions.
Yes. SAP Business One integrates with most warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, and shipping solutions. We’ll assess your current setup during discovery and recommend the most efficient integration approach.
The system provides real-time visibility across all locations, enabling you to:
Yes. SAP Business One manages:
We’ll configure it to match your specific pricing strategies.
The system provides:
Yes, SAP Business One integrates with major shipping providers and courier systems. This enables automated label generation, tracking updates, and delivery confirmation.
While immediate benefits include better stock visibility and order processing, significant ROI typically appears within 6-9 months through:
You’ll have a dedicated account team who knows both your business and SAP. We provide:
We provide extra support during peak periods and help you configure the system to handle increased volume. We’ll also help you set up automated processes to reduce manual workload during busy times.
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