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Datacor ERP: A Game Changer for deVan Sealants, Inc.
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
Applicable Functions
- Procurement
- Sales & Marketing
Use Cases
- Inventory Management
- Personnel Tracking & Monitoring
Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
deVan Sealants, Inc., a nationwide OEM industrial sealant and adhesive producer, was in need of an effective, modern software system that would enhance their efficiency and prioritize customer orders in a timely manner. The company was also seeking a system that would enable them to use Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) with their major customers. The lack of such a system was hampering their productivity and limiting their ability to manage their products, inventory, and customers effectively.
The Customer
deVan Sealants, Inc
About The Customer
deVan Sealants, Inc. is a nationwide OEM industrial sealant and adhesive producer that was founded in 1949 by Arthur and Ruth deVan. The company initially produced and supplied oil-based caulking, putty, and glazing compounds to the local hardware market in St. Louis. Over the decades, deVan Sealants, Inc. has built a reputation for supplying clients with the highest quality, durable, dependable sealants, tapes, caulks, rolls, adhesives, industrial- and commercial-grade sealants, and foams.
The Solution
deVan Sealants, Inc. chose to implement Datacor ERP, a modern software system that supports EDI with major customers. The system's advanced search capabilities enabled the company to quickly and effectively find information about products, customers, orders, suppliers, and purchase orders. The Datacor ERP system also improved time management for manufacturing and distributing goods to larger-scale customers, leading to increased sales and sales opportunities. The company's president particularly appreciated the .NET and its drill-down capabilities, which allowed for quick access to information and improved responses to customers.
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