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Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Midwest Wheel Selects Infor To Help Modernize Distribution

Infor, a provider of business applications specialized by industry and built for the cloud, recently announced that Midwest Wheel Companies has selected Infor Distribution SX.e 10.3, to help strengthen daily operations and heighten customer service.  As an industry leader of quality automotive and truck parts, equipment, and service, Midwest Wheel sought to implement an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that could help bolster growth and safeguard business processes.  Midwest Wheel will replace an outdated legacy system with Infor's business platform that is specifically designed to help distributors manage end-to-end operations.

"Infor Distribution SX.e 10.3 represents forward thinking technology with the intuitive user interface and functionality that makes it easy for all of our users to do their daily tasks no matter what department they may be in, while keeping everyone in the organization informed as to what is happening." said Steve McEnany, vice president, Marketing & Technology, Midwest Wheel Companies.

With Infor, the company gains a highly adaptable solution that offers built-in core processes that are based on modern technology standards. Infor Distribution SX.e can help automate and streamline the processes for recording and tracking transactions. The system can provide users with access to straightforward information to help manage or help process an order or request, including detailed summaries of customer sales history and specifications. Features such as these can make it easier to follow processes from beginning to end, adding another level of convenience for users. Infor is able to extend the value it provides by delivering simple, easy-to-use, and beautiful visuals displays. The user experience enables personalization by user and profile, affording a critical level of added value.

Midwest Wheel will also utilize Infor Ming.le™, a comprehensive social collaboration platform, which is integrated with Infor ION, a purpose-built middleware. Each application is designed to help heighten the functionality obtained through the core ERP, while helping to further solidify the day-to-day decision-making processes.

To read more about Infor Distribution SX.e 10.3 as well as additional customer testimonials, visits the Infor NewsRoom.

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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Hardwood Manufacturer And Distributor Yoder Lumber Optimizes Inventory With Epicor

Yoder Lumber manufactures and supplies top-quality Appalachian hardwood products. Their two state-of-the-art sawmills in Buckhorn and Charm, Ohio produce green and kiln-dried lumber, S4S and dimension lumber for internal consumption in their millwork and moulding facilities in Buckhorn and Berlin, Ohio, as well for regional distribution and domestic and export wholesale.

Yoder Lumber has used Epicor LumberTrack software since 2000 to keep track of the wide variety of hardwood products they sell, and to manage their inventory control at each location and through each stage of production. In addition, Yoder Lumber experiences better customer service as a result of real-time sales, customer, and inventory information.

Buckhorn location manager Trent Yoder says they’re continuing to find ways to take advantage of the evolving platform and functionality advancements of Epicor LumberTrack software. “We’re implementing Epicor LumberTrack FiberTrack to track log inventory in our log yards at Charm and Buckhorn. And we’re undertaking a Business Process Review in the coming months, which will help identify the most beneficial enhancements for us.” With over 12 MMBF of production, in a wide range of species, grades and dimensions, having detailed inventory and bundle information visible to all Epicor LumberTrack software users makes planning and sales personnel more efficient and effective.

Yoder commends the Epicor team that develops and supports the LumberTrack product and its user base. “The people that support the Epicor LumberTrack software have been great. More than a working relationship, we’ve developed friendships over the years.”

To read more about the Yoder Lumber implementation, and review additional case-studies and client-testimonials, visit the Epicor Newsroom.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2015

WayPoint Analytics Helps Johnston Paper Increase Operating Profit

In an interview with Tom Lewis, CFO of Johnston Paper, learn how the company used information from WayPoint Analytics to identify the break-even point in their sales process with one of their largest clients, a chain of restaurants in upstate New York.

When the company shared this valuable information with the client, they saw that they would be able to receive a more competitive rate, and increased their order sizes on the most competitive items. The long-term results of using WayPoint Analytics? More operating profit for Johnston Paper, a more competitive rate for the client, and a big edge over Johnston Paper's #1 competitor for the account. A win-win situation!

To watch the full video interview, and learn more about WayPoints Analytics, visit the WayPoint Newsroom.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Cosmetics Manufacturer Charlotte Tilbury Selects NetSuite OneWorld to Expand Global Presence

High-end cosmetics manufacturer and retailer, Charlotte Tilbury, has recently announced that is has selected NetSuite OneWorld to transform its business operations and expand its global presence.

Charlotte Tilbury plans to implement NetSuite OneWorld for financial consolidation, order management, inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), multi-currency, multi-language, and multi-country tax compliance—all from within one single system. Charlotte Tilbury is also planning to leverage NetSuite’s SuiteCloud development platform for its customization needs and integration with other third-party systems. This modernization gives the brand the scalability, flexibility and agility it needs to achieve business efficiency and support its aggressive expansion plans.

With support for 190 currencies, 19 languages, and automated tax compliance in over 50 countries, NetSuite OneWorld will help the company achieve:
•Real-time global financial consolidation.
•Rapid expansion.
•Flexible and powerful customization and integration capabilities.
•Significant savings in IT costs, over-heads and complexity.
•Real-time analytics and reporting to monitor, report and analyze each animation, event and product launch.

“The speed at which we’re developing is incredible. We needed a business platform that could keep up with and help drive our business. NetSuite OneWorld is that platform,” said James Houston, Operations Director for Charlotte Tilbury.

To read more about the implementation with cosmetics manufacturer and retailer, Charlotte Tilbury, and learn about NetSuite OneWorld, visit the NetSuite Newsroom.

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