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Acumatica Cloud ERP Saves Import Firm Time and Money
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
Applicable Industries
- Food & Beverage
Applicable Functions
- Procurement
- Sales & Marketing
Use Cases
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Visibility
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
The Challenge
Cottingham Ltd., a company that handles 80% of beer and spirit brands in Taiwan, needed a new ERP system following a merger with the Danish beer brand Carlsberg in 2012. The company had previously used ERP systems such as Sage ERP Accpac and SAP Business One, but recognized the need for a cloud-based ERP system. The decision to switch to a cloud-based system was driven by the company's decision to run their business using Apple’s Operating System instead of Microsoft Windows, and their decision to outsource their IT services. Cloud-based software often reduces the need for in-house IT infrastructure maintenance, making Acumatica an ideal fit for Cottingham.
About The Customer
Cottingham Ltd. is a company that imports and represents alcohol brands in Taiwan and China. The company was originally founded in 1992 and has served the Taiwan market for more than 20 years. In 2012, Cottingham completed a merger with the Danish beer brand Carlsberg and became Cottingham Ltd. The company also operates in China and has been doing so for the past five years. Cottingham now employs 23 staff in their two offices, with its headquarters in Taipei, Taiwan, and a second office in Shanghai, China. The company's sales territory includes Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
The Solution
Cottingham chose Acumatica because it was accessible from Mac Safari at any time and from anywhere. The decision was also based on affordability and support. Cottingham uses Acumatica for the entire supply chain and finance operations, including both the Acumatica Financial Management and Distribution Management suites. The company appreciates Acumatica's mobile access, up-to-date software versions, and online analytic capability. They also value the cost savings achieved through using Acumatica and the Cloud.
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