Intact take a fresh look at your business software

The right software can be a powerful ally in tackling daily business hurdles. The Intact team recommends the following features to help you turn these obstacles into opportunities for growth and efficiency.

Choose Software Tailored to Your Trade
Opt for a system that truly understands your business, seamlessly integrating everything from sales to delivery and accounting. Purpose-built for your industry, it centralises all operations and should handle a diverse range of product types – from chain sold by the metre to timber priced by the cube. With features to automate mundane tasks like credit control and invoicing, it frees up your team to focus on growth.

Whether your staff are in the office, warehouse, or on the road, they can work more efficiently with instant access to real-time updates, keeping you competitive and ahead of the game.

Smart Ordering and Stock Management
There’s no need to fill shelves just because there’s space. Let your software analyse your sales history and suggest what you really need. Order based on actual demand, free up cash, and make smarter decisions about what to buy and when. Predictive stock management tools and replenishment rules can also help to ensure you have the correct stock at the right time in the right place.

Smart Pricing, Protected Profits
Modern solutions offers smart pricing tools that help you manage your customer discounts and price changes automatically. You set up the rules once, and the system handles the rest, preserving margins when supplier prices change. You can also set quote time limits for volatile products and show users past pricing to prevent unnecessary discounts. You stay in control while empowering your team and safeguarding your profits.

Use Instant Updates for Smarter Choices
No more digging through spreadsheets or jumping between programs. The right software for your business will show you what’s happening in your business right now, not yesterday. It will allow you to create special screens for different teams, showing them exactly what they need to know. This way your team can spot problems or opportunities quickly, helping you react faster to market changes.

Serve Customers Better, Faster
Arm your staff with all the info they need at their fingertips with a fully integrated trade counter system. this will ensure they can answer any question about stock, prices, or order history in seconds, keeping your customers happy and coming back.

Smooth Deliveries, Happy Customers
Look for a system that will enable you to manage deliveries efficiently within your main system, such as Intact’s Transport Scheduler. It gives your team full visibility of orders from purchase to delivery, streamlining operations and improving customer service.

Advice for Businesses Considering New Business Software:

  • Take Your Time: Take a measured approach. Consult with all departments to understand their challenges. Intact recommends creating a detailed requirements document before seeking vendor demos. This preparation ensures you’re well-informed and can make the best choice for your business.
  • Set Clear Goals: Have specific objectives for your software. This helps justify the investment and focuses your search. This will give you a key purpose and a reason to buy it, making it easier to justify the cost internally.
  • Think Long-Term: Consider your needs for the next 10-15 years. You’re not buying the software for just today. You’re looking at the next 10 to 15 years as a partnership.
  • Embrace Change: Be open to new ways of working. If you want to do things exactly as you’re doing it today, stick with what you have. But if you’re looking to grow, then find a vendor that brings market-tested solutions and change management expertise.

In today’s challenging market, you need every edge. The right industry-specific business software can help you tackle key challenges, from pricing to customer retention. By choosing wisely and implementing strategically, you’ll set your business up for both current and future success.

Grow Your Business with Scalable Solutions
Ready to tackle your business challenges head-on? Explore Intact’s ERP and business management solutions that fit your needs today and grow with you tomorrow. Learn how the right tools can transform your operations, regardless of your business size.
For more information, call 042 9331742 or visit www.intactsoftware.com.