IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Epicor (Company
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companies, today announced the delivery of several new enhancements to its solution for wholesale distributors, Epicor for Distribution. These enhancements, designed
specifically for distributors providing third-party logistics (3PL) services, will help companies streamline operational efficiencies while improving the level of service they
provide to their customers.
According to a recent study from supply chain management consulting firm Armstrong & Associates, the 3PL sector showed a revenue increase of 7% during 2002,
making this the eighth consecutive year U.S. growth in third-party, contract logistics has exceeded growth in the U.S. economy.(1) Keeping pace with this trend, the new
features in Epicor for Distribution are designed to enable 3PL providers to further streamline processes, reduce overhead costs, and achieve more profitable operations.
Epicor's 3PL module gives warehouse managers unprecedented flexibility in setting up customer accounts. The 3PL system tracks time and costs and creates invoices for
the majority of pricing configurations, including monthly space charges, and fees for value-added services performed (such as labeling, kitting and reporting). Users can also
amortize certain overhead expenses across other invoiced items, in addition to other capabilities.
Users create customer "templates" by entering the parameters of the account, such as space costs, services and reports required and other contract terms, in
the Epicor for Distribution suite's warehouse module. The actual space used and services performed are tracked by hand-held computers and/or barcode devices, and the
data is updated electronically, in real-time, in the warehouse module.
Epicor developed the 3PL solution with the realization that no two warehousing agreements are alike, and warehouse owners needed a faster, less time-intensive way of
setting up and tracking customer accounts to remain profitable and operate smoothly.
"In today's marketplace, businesses know to stay competitive they need to find faster, more efficient ways of delivering their products and serving customers,"
says Mark Duffell, executive vice president and general manager of Epicor's International Operations and Enterprise Group. "Our new enhancements to Epicor for
Distribution absolutely target that need."
Graphical View of the Warehouse
In addition to the recent 3PL enhancements, Epicor has also added a graphical view of the warehouse that enables distributors to better manage their operations through
improved visibility. This new feature provides an interactive, graphical interface that generates a floor plan of the warehouse, in which users can quickly check inventory levels
by moving up and down aisles vertically and horizontally and simply by pointing and clicking on the bin or rack shown on their computer screen. The data displayed on the
screen is pulled from information previously entered into the inventory management module, eliminating the need for redundant data entry and decreasing potential for human
error.
Robust Functionality, Low Total Cost of Ownership
Epicor's new features provide further evidence of its ability to provide industry-specific solutions for the midmarket. Epicor has designed its distribution suite to provide the
advanced features that are required by wholesale distributors, but at a price that the midmarket can afford.
"Many warehouse management solutions do a good job tracking activity and automating transactions," says Rodney Winger, director of marketing for the Epicor
for Distribution product line. "Those functions are expected. But we've taken our solution to the next level by providing advanced capabilities that give warehouse
owners greater flexibility, as well as deeper insights into what's going on across the entire enterprise. These factors help streamline their businesses, make things run more
smoothly, and enhance profitability."
Availability and Pricing
Available immediately, Epicor for Distribution is priced specifically for mid-sized business and varies depending on number of modules used and the number of user licenses
purchased. For more information, contact Epicor at (800) 997-7528 or via e-mail at e.info@epicor.com.
About Epicor Software Corporation
Epicor (Nasdaq: EPIC - News) is a leading provider of global enterprise software solutions that help midmarket companies think ahead and stay ahead. Founded in 1984,
Epicor has over 15,000 customers and delivers end-to-end, industry- specific solutions that enable companies to immediately improve business operations and build
competitive advantage in today's Internet economy. Epicor's comprehensive suite of integrated software solutions for Customer Relationship Management, Financials,
Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Professional Services Automation and Collaborative Commerce provide the scalability and flexibility to support long-term growth.
Epicor's solutions are complemented by a full range of services, providing single point of accountability to promote rapid return on investment and low total cost of ownership,
now and in the future. Epicor is headquartered in Irvine, Calif. and has offices and affiliates around the world. For more information, visit the company's Web site at
www.epicor.com .
Epicor is a registered trademark and Epicor for Distribution is a trademark of Epicor Software Corporation. All other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective
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