Software can range widely based on the various functions of the distributor.  Common distribution software targeted to warehouse operations is inventory management, logistics, and geographic route and delivery management.  Supply chain management for distribution has also seen many online service and portal offerings to help aid merchandising and procurement functions.

In addition to these traditional categories, we also see distributor sales and marketing as well as order managemet software applications as a top priority for food distributors.

Chefs and foodservice operators are now utilizing sophisticated inventory and order control solutions.  The need has never been greater to interface and allow for e-commerce collaboration relative to the sales process.  

Always look for case study examples of software vendor solutions in action before making the investment for your own distribution company.  Make sure that you gain feedback from every potential user of the system to help identify any problems that might kill your implementation.  We will continue to review new and innovative distributor technology solutions and report our findings to our readers. 

Are you looking for warehouse, distribution, or hospitality foodservice software?  Write to us and let us know what systems you want reviewed. 

We might just choose your project and invite you to perform a case study.