7 reasons for an ERP solution for distribution companies
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7 reasons for an ERP solution for distribution companies

4 min read Jan 18, 2022

Digitalisation is revolutionising trade

A fast pace, precision costing, omnichannel and quicker service are all hallmarks of the trade of today and tomorrow.
With BE-ternas ERP solution for companies in the distribution industry, we offer you an innovative, flexible business software and thus a reliable basis for successful enterprising. Keep a constant overview of your entire supply chain and generate precision analyses for fast decisions.


We present you 7 special features of our solution to show you which advantages it offers your business, according to the motto:

Act faster, make better decisions!

E-commerce and omnichannel

BE-terna Trade enables you to seamlessly integrate your shop systems such as Sana Commerce directly in the ERP processes of Microsoft Dynamics 365, thereby guaranteeing a smooth exchange of data. Here, our industry-solution supports all the important e-commerce processes – from master data maintenance and email communication right through to returns processing. BE-Trade can help you to simplify processes even in highly complex omnichannel distribution systems.

Logistics and warehouse management

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A constant overview of the entire supply chain!

Keep your warehouse(s) under control with BE-terna's industry solution. Integrated multi-warehouse management enables straightforward management of several warehouse locations and enterprise resource planning. The integrated mobile barcode solution enables high-speed data acquisition in the ERP system in your warehouse or intralogistics. Package management automatically shows the preferred package information.

Custom master data structures

The business software helps you to map interconnected business processes within your company and provides you with a means of straightforward management in your organisation. Intelligent master data management enables sustainable and consistent management of your master data company-wide. What’s more, BE-terna Trade offers several languages (multi-language) and currencies (multi-currency).

Simplification of the procurement process

The integrated supplier portal can help you to simplify your procurement processes and optimise cooperation with suppliers. Tools like supplier rating can help you to monitor supplier relations on an ongoing basis and to ensure your quality standards.

Fully integrated BI-Plattform

You can run analyses and perform ratings directly in the ERP system. Microsoft Power BI constitutes an organisation-wide self-service infrastructure for business intelligence that combines the shared use of data sources, dashboards, reporting services and online collaboration in one comprehensive and intuitive concept.

Transparent communication throughout the entire value creation chain

The ERP-solution allows you to effectively map all of the communication processes along your entire value creation chain. Easy to manage notifications and warnings on a process level, extended email delivery as well as comprehensive Sharepoint integration ensure that everyone is always up to date with the latest information.

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

The powerful EDI module enables a fast, secure and automated exchange of all documents with customers, suppliers and hauliers. Thanks to the integrated connector solution, communications and business documents are exchanged with the business partner’s destination system direct from Microsoft Dynamics 365.

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EDI and ERP from a single source – electronic data exchange integrated directly in Microsoft Dynamics 365 business processes.

In addition to the basic functions for orders (ORDERS), delivery slips (DESADV) and invoices (INVOICE), a number of other functions, such as VMI/VOI processes (consignment warehouse), haulage instructions and a diverse range of purchasing processes are supported. BE-Trade renders the use of add-on tools like MS-BizTalk, AIF or DIXF unnecessary. As a result, your EDI projects will be considerably less dependent on roll-outs and updates. Technological independence also guarantees a high degree of stability, something which is indispensable for successful EDI projects. The EDI module ensures high process quality, fewer errors and reduces your outlay for purchasing and sales drastically.

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