How This Trading Company Scaled With a Custom ERP System

Key info

Initial Situation

My client is a trading company specializing in drop shipping from China to car dealers in the US and UK, primarily dealing with car parts. They also source specialty products like lighting equipment for customers in Morocco and Europe. Though they have a small client base (3-5 customers), each client places large orders requiring complex logistics management.

The company faced significant challenges in managing their complex supply chain, including batch shipments, multiple invoicing stages, and frequent manufacturing and logistics delays. Their customers – such as Tesla repair shops and city lighting contractors – required timely deliveries and accurate tracking of their orders.

Solution Provided

As a Digital Project Manager, I implemented an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system using Odoo modules that integrated:

– Inventory management
– Sales and invoicing tracking
– Shipment monitoring with real-time updates

The system allowed for detailed container management, enabling the company to:

– Track multiple batches within shipments
– Monitor individual container contents and dates
– Manage payment status and delivery progress

Results and Benefits

The implementation provided:

– Complete visibility over cash flow and goods movement
– Real-time tracking of shipment status
– Improved customer communication through accurate status updates
– Streamlined invoice management with precise shipment information
– Better control over batch shipments and container allocation

Growth Perspective

With this robust ERP system in place, this trading company is now positioned to scale their operations efficiently. The automated tracking and management systems allow them to take on more customers and handle increased shipping volumes while maintaining their high service standards and accurate delivery tracking.

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