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NLDistribution Management System (DMS)
Companies use a retail distribution management system to coordinate the movement of goods from manufacturers or suppliers to sales points. DMS aims to optimize the distribution of goods.
About Distribution Management System
A distribution management system (DMS) helps companies handle their distribution operations more effectively. As a rule, it is used by businesses that manufacture and distribute goods. It is beneficial for wholesalers, retailers, and manufacturers.
A DMS allows businesses to manage their supply chain operations, inventory, shipping, and logistics in a more streamlined and cost-effective way. It helps automate many manual processes, reduces the risk of errors, and improves overall efficiency. Its key functionality includes order, warehouse, transportation, and inventory management.
Order management allows real-time order receiving and processing. This results in faster processing times and improved satisfaction. Warehouse management helps control inventory levels and track goods movement. This can help companies optimize their inventory levels, and reduce waste. Transportation management is also essential for a DMS. With it, businesses can manage their transportation routes and schedules, track deliveries, and optimize shipping.
Distribution management system software is essential to optimize its distribution operations. By automating manual processes, reducing errors, and improving overall efficiency, DMS can help businesses save time, money, and resources, while also providing better customer service. You can integrate this system with a WMS, ERP, and CRM. You can also connect it to closed B2B e-commerce platforms for wholesale customers.
Features
Retail distribution management system
Inventory organization
Manage and track stock levels
Returns and claims management
Handle and process returns and claims
Geolocation tracking
Track the location of vehicles or employees
Billing and invoicing
Generate invoices and manage billing processes
Business Intelligence dashboards
Visualize KPIs and trends
Manufacturing management
Plan, schedule, and control production processes
Fleet management
Manage fleet of vehicles and fuel consumption
Multi-level employee access
Assign different levels of access to employees
Asset management
Track and manage physical assets
Lead management
Track and manage potential customers
Employee management
Manage employee information, payroll, benefits
Reporting (NPS, DCSI)
Generate reports on NPS and other metrics
Order management
Streamline the order fulfillment process
Employee performance tracking
Monitor and evaluate employee performance
Budgeting and accounting
Create and manage budgets, track expenses
Supplier management
Manage supplier relationships
Sales management
Manage sales team, track performance, forecast sales
Automated identification
Track and identify items using barcodes or RFID
Customizing offers and discounts
Create and manage offers and discounts
Alerts for changing order status
Receive notifications for order status changes
Centralized data storage
Store and manage data in a centralized location
Dealer center audit
Conduct audits of dealer centers
Integration with other tools like SAP
Connect with other software systems
Demand forecasting
Predict future product or service demand
Route management
Plan and optimize delivery routes
Integrations with third-party systems
Connect with other software systems
Real-time reports
Access up-to-date information and analytics
Procurement management
Source and purchase goods and services
Mobile capabilities
Access and manage operations from mobile
Managing multiple pricing rules
Implement complex pricing strategies
Executives schedule management
Manage and optimize executive schedules
Shop floor control
Manage and monitor processes on the shop floor
Employee training
Provide training and development opportunities
Accounting management
Manage accounting processes
Work Process
Building distribution management software includes several stages. As a rule, special attention is paid to integrations with other retail software.
1
Project planning
We estimate tasks, plan our resources, and set priorities.
Team:
- Project Manager
2
Business analysis
We analyze the client’s current infrastructure, create task specifications, and look for solutions for the client’s problems.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
3
UI/UX design
We develop convenient interfaces for different groups of users.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
4
Back-end development
We build the server side of a web solution.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Back-end Engineers
- Manual QA Engineers
5
Front-end development
We build the user side of a web solution.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Front-end Engineers
- Manual QA Engineers
6
Integrations
We analyze the systems we need to integrate and implement two-side integrations.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Front-end Engineers
- DevOps Engineers
7
Testing
We perform manual, automated, unit, and integration testing.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Manual QA Engineer
- QA Automation Engineer
- Back-end Engineers
8
Implementation and training
We create training materials and implement the solution in the client’s company.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Technical Writer
- DevOps Engineers
- Support Engineers
Our Clients
We develop large projects for clients across 27 countries, a significant number of which are featured on the Fortune 500 list.
Our company specializes in projects for
Retail & E-commerce
When do you need a Distribution Management System?
A DMS is an ideal option for businesses looking to optimize their distribution operations. A distribution and retail management solution aims to ensure that the correct client receives the correct type and quantity of goods at the correct time. A DMS may come in handy if you:
Insufficient data
Have a lack of data on inventory levels and sales
Diverse partnerships
Work with many manufacturers, suppliers, or retailers from different countries
Supply chain complexity
Have complex supply chains and high delivery expenses
Insights on distributors
Do not possess data on distributor effectiveness
International delivery
Deliver goods to many countries and/or with many delivery services
Return management issues
Have difficulties while working with returns and claims
Cross-department sync
Need to synchronize tasks for different departments with a single solution
Demand forecasting
Lack data to improve demand forecasting and manage assets
Distributor expansion
Want to extend your distributor network
Marketing optimization
Have marketers who may lack effectiveness in working with distributors
Distributor management
Want to organize work with your current distributors
Close integration
Need deep integration between manufacturers and dealers
Knowing distributor needs
Encounter an issue where the maintenance department doesn’t understand the distributors’ needs
Need a distribution management system?
Ensure the reliability and scalability of your distribution operations with a custom-built solution from our experienced development team.
Our Software Development Standards
In our work, we follow international approaches and standards such as:
| Management: | PMP |
| Design: | ISO 9241-210 |
| Programming: | Coding conventions, MDN Web Docs, Naming convention |
| Python: | PEP 8 |
| JS/TS: | ECMA, JavaScript Standard Style, Google TypeScript Style Guide, ESLint |
| PHP: | PSR |
| С#: | ReSharper |
| HTML/CSS: | W3C |
| Security: | GDPR |
| Testing: | ISTQB |
Why Choose SECL Group for Distribution Management Software Development?
With comprehensive experience in building internal corporate solutions for retail and e-commerce, our team can help you build a robust and reliable DMS.
Corporate platforms
Our company specializes in building internal corporate solutions
AI integration
We can automate processes with AI integration
Enterprise clients
We have built custom internal solutions for Kia, BAT, and Tennet
Retail and e-commerce
We specialize in building solutions for retail and e-commerce
30+ million SKUs
We have completed e-commerce projects with 30+ million SKUs
10+ million users monthly
We have built e-commerce projects with 10+ million users per month
Vast portfolio
More than 50% of our projects are in retail/e-commerce
Out-of-the-box platforms
We have built or customized DMS based on out-of-the-box platforms
Team of 70+ engineers
We have a full-time team of 70+ software developers
Integrations
We can integrate DMS software with other corporate systems you use
Third-party systems
We have experience integrating systems like SAP and Salesforce
Fortune 500 clients
We have experience working with Fortune 500 companies
Presence since 2005
We have been active in the software development market since 2005
82% senior engineers
We have an 82% seniority level in our team
Tech stack selection
Having worked with many technologies, we can help you choose the most suitable ones
Software integration
We have integrated NetSuite, Acumatica, and Fishbowl Inventory
Our Awards
Authoritative Design Award
Behance Interaction Award
Technologies
We specialize in specific technologies, with the technology stack chosen based on the project’s purpose and requirements
Programming languages:
Web / Frameworks:
Databases / Data storage:
DevOps containers:
DevOps automation:
DevOps CI/CD:
DevOps monitoring:
Testing:
Clouds:
Industries
Core domains we specialize in
Additional domains we have experience in
FINANCE
REAL ESTATE
TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY
AGRICULTURE
MEDIA & PUBLISHING
And experience in over 20 other industries!
Results
Increased supply chain efficiency
Automated inventory monitoring
Easier financial management
Seamless integration and compatibility with other systems
Faster and more accurate delivery to the points-of-sale
Providing better customer service
Easier access to retailers and customers
Fewer number of errors
You can work with distributors from different countries efficiently
Manufacturers and distributors can work closely with each other
FAQ
Here are our answers to some frequently asked questions about distribution management system (DMS) development. If you have another question, please contact us, and we’ll discuss it.
What are the key features of a good distribution management system?
A reliable and comprehensive distribution management software (DMS) should include features like inventory management, order processing, shipping, and tracking. It also needs to cover warehouse management, reporting, and analytics.
What is the typical cost of developing distribution management software?
The cost of custom DMS development varies depending on factors such as complexity, features, customization requirements, and development team expertise. It’s advisable to consult with software development companies that have experience in e-commerce and retail to get accurate cost estimates.
What is the development process for DMS?
The development process for a DMS generally involves requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Collaborating with experienced software developers is crucial to ensure a solution meets your specific needs.
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