Business Intelligence Blog

Strongdor uses data to future proof operations

3 MIN

November 1, 2021

Strongdor is a premier manufacturer of secure steel doors, operating out of two facilities in Lancaster,..

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Data integration helps FB Chain analyze data in new ways

3 MIN

October 6, 2021

Leading manufacturer and supplier of leaf chain is equipped with the information they need to make accurate..

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Wilkinson Supply uses a data platform to extend life of legacy ERP

3 MIN

September 28, 2021

Wilkinson Supply Company is one of the largest plumbing supply businesses in North Carolina.

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How to get the most from your Net Promoter Score (NPS)

4 MIN

September 20, 2021

The customer loyalty measurement, Net Promoter Score (NPS), has been a popular tool for customer satisfaction..

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Ongoing growth at American Golf requires fast, reliable information

3 MIN

September 3, 2021

When it comes to golf products, no one does it like American Golf in the UK.

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[podcast] The ins and outs of data at Midwich: a global audio visual business

2 MIN

August 25, 2021

The audiovisual (AV) industry is constantly evolving and today’s new LED light or flat-screen displays can be..

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Key metrics all in one place for JRP Distribution’s global businesses

3 MIN

June 23, 2021

For more than 40 years, JRP Distribution has served the UK as a distributor of branded automotive products...

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[podcast] Can caring for others drive business performance?

2 MIN

May 13, 2021

At Eastern Industrial, a caring philosophy and family culture matter. On this episode of the inPhocas podcast..

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Data mining is more efficient for Colony Tire Service and Atlantic Distributors

3 MIN

May 6, 2021

Colony Tire and Service and Atlantic Tire Distributors is a leading provider of tires and services in North..

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Need healthcare analytics? here's four ways it can enhance your business

4 MIN

April 28, 2021

Health analytics is the consolidation and analysis of data in the healthcare industry to support..

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Phocas-Acumatica partnership makes ERP change easier for Riley Sales

3 MIN

April 20, 2021

Riley Sales, a manufacturer and distributor of HVAC and industrial tools, equipment and machinery for..

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Data-driven decisions help tire and auto service business increase efficiencies

3 MIN

March 30, 2021

The automotive industry is changing rapidly, and today tire and auto service businesses need to accurately..

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Midfix replaces static spreadsheets with on-demand dashboards

4 MIN

March 11, 2021

MIDFIX are experts in onsite and offsite supports for the mechanical and electrical industries, delivered..

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[podcast] International Women's Day with Phocas board member Dr Michelle Deaker

2 MIN

March 7, 2021

International Women’s Day is important because it’s a time to reflect and celebrate growing diversity across..

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Business analytics success stories

3 MIN

February 5, 2021

It’s no secret that business analytics has transformed the way we make decisions. People can now make..

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Data is the new ingredient at Everest Ice Cream

2 MIN

February 1, 2021

Perfecting the next flavour sensation is part of the day-to-day operations at Everest Ice Cream. However to..

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Sales analysis reports help Arran Isle Holdings be proactive with customers

1 MIN

January 27, 2021

Arran Isle Holdings (Arran) is an international building products group that employs around 600 employees

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Manufacturer uses Phocas for production performance management

1 MIN

November 25, 2020

CQR Security Limited is a British manufacturer, making equipment for the security intruder market such as..

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Phocas makes it easy for Litex Industries to find hidden data

2 MIN

November 18, 2020

Litex Industries (Litex), designs, sources and manufactures ceiling fans, lighting fixtures and patio..

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Homeware supplier, Caprice makes better inventory management choices with Phocas

2 MIN

November 16, 2020

Caprice homewares uses Phocas business intelligence (BI) software to make better inventory management..

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Seasonal inventory management helps PoolPro stay afloat

1 MIN

November 11, 2020

In the southern hemisphere, pool season is just around the corner. The POPS Group is an Australian..

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iQuip paints a data-driven future

2 MIN

October 27, 2020

iQuip Group is an exciting new Australian wholesaler dedicated to supporting the paint, render and external..

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Bill of Materials example: Rivertrace

2 MIN

October 16, 2020

Rivertrace is a manufacturer based in Surrey, England and makes monitoring systems for pollution control for..

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Actionable information helps HVAC&R distributor make decisions

1 MIN

October 9, 2020

Gustave A. Larson Co is a leading distributor of commercial and residential HVAC parts and refrigeration..

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Exception reporting is one of the reasons Savona selected Phocas BI

4 MIN

September 23, 2020

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Eastern Industrial Supplies relies on data across its business

1 MIN

September 17, 2020

Eastern Industrial Supplies opened its doors in 1980 in Greenville, South Carolina and has grown to have..

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Wessex packaging ticks all the boxes with purchasing data analytics

4 MIN

September 11, 2020

Purchasing data analytics provides Wessex packaging with greater visibility into sales, purchasing and..

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Data consolidation across Litex Industries enables strategic decision-making

1 MIN

August 24, 2020

Litex Industries Limited is an extensive electrical products wholesaler located in Texas, USA. After the..

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Behler-Young connects Amazon Alexa and Phocas BI with great results

1 MIN

August 17, 2020

Can you have a conversation with your business intelligence solution while driving? Behler-Young sales people..

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Harrisons Sauces increases profitability with BI solution

1 MIN

August 7, 2020

Harrisons Sauces is part of BI Europe and manufactures condiments and sauces, supplying a variety of sweet..

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Electrical supplier leverages data across its business to improve performance

1 MIN

July 31, 2020

Parrish-Hare is an electrical products supplier for commercial and industrial construction across Texas. The..

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Manufacturing business intelligence (BI) success stories

2 MIN

July 29, 2020

Manufacturers are turning to business intelligence because the process of making products is a huge..

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Why a single source of truth for data management is critical for HVAC&R company

2 MIN

July 29, 2020

Resolute Industrial (Resolute) is the largest independent provider of temporary HVAC&R solutions in North..

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Mobile BI dashboards help ICU Medical change decision-making process

1 MIN

June 11, 2020

ICU Medical is a leading global medical devices and accessories company selling medical devices for oncology,..

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How the finance team uses analytics to automate reporting

1 MIN

May 19, 2020

To monitor the performance of its business, Whiting Holdings, an Australian steel distributor, consolidated..

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Margin analysis helps drinks distributor concentrate on key areas of business

3 MIN

May 15, 2020

Dayla Drinks is an independent on-trade drinks distributor specializing in the procurement and supply of over..

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Obex team uses business intelligence dashboards to track performance

3 MIN

May 1, 2020

In 2008, the founders of Obex Protection in Worcester saw the potential for better glazing and façade..

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Muk haircare uses data analytics to go deep into the detail

2 MIN

April 23, 2020

Muk is an Australian haircare brand, established in 2006. Its products are designed for hairdressers and..

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Inventory optimization helps American Metals Supply adapt to change

2 MIN

April 22, 2020

Independent wholesaler American Metals Supply (AMS) provides sheet and coil steel, prefabricated duct and..

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Equipment Controls uses data visualization tools to support customers

2 MIN

April 13, 2020

For the past 55 years, Equipment Controls Company (ECCO) has provided natural gas measurement products, gas..

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Bunzl Safety relies on data analytics to satisfy intense demand for its protective products

2 MIN

April 5, 2020

Since the coronavirus outbreak in January 2020, Bunzl Safety has experienced unprecedented demand for its..

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Apparel supplier quickly models scenarios using data analytics in a time of change

2 MIN

April 1, 2020

Gold Medal International (Gold Medal) is a premier apparel supplier to leading department stores and sporting..

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Ethical decision making during COVID-19: Team Medical Supplies

1 MIN

March 25, 2020

This Phocas blog highlights how one of our customers in wholesale distribution is coping with the new..

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Business intelligence in manufacturing

2 MIN

February 11, 2020

The process of making products is a huge opportunity for data optimization. Raw materials need to be ordered,..

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Automotive business intelligence helps managers remain calm

2 MIN

February 10, 2020

If you’re in Australia and your car is smashed in an accident in New South Wales or Queensland, the parts and..

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Flexible data analytics solution works for everyone in LB White's team

2 MIN

January 15, 2020

L.B. White has grown to become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of direct-fired heaters for the..

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BI solution helps USESI make immediate margin gains

3 MIN

December 18, 2019

U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI) is one of America's largest electrical component distributors in the..

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BI reporting helps Jurox consolidate and visualize data

2 MIN

December 18, 2019

Jurox is a family owned Australian animal health company involved in the research, production, and marketing..

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Phocas business intelligence software helps Hairhouse style new profits

2 MIN

December 16, 2019

Hairhouse salons consolidate data, run stylish reports, and trim dead stock from their warehouse with..

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Data visualization tool connects all pieces of the puzzle for Gibsons

2 MIN

December 12, 2019

Gibsons is a 100-year-old manufacturer and distributor of more than 500 games, puzzles, cards and gifts. The..

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Data analytics helps Sistema ‘klip-IT’ on production efficiencies

4 MIN

December 2, 2019

Sistema means ‘system’ in Italian and also signifies the company’s systematic approach to manufacturing,which..

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One-size-doesn’t-fit-all as BI solution helps shoe retailer measure performance

2 MIN

November 28, 2019

Allegro Funds, an Australian private equity firm, acquired Number One Shoes and Hannah’s retailers in 2017...

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Hot or cold, Insco uses a data analytics solution to keep revenue strong all-year-round

3 MIN

November 18, 2019

Insco is a wholesale distributor of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment..

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Prochem stays ahead of the game with data analytics

2 MIN

November 7, 2019

Prochem delivers quality stainless-steel pipe, fittings and valving products to the gas, aerospace, marine..

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uvex safety equipment protects distributor relationships using data analytics

1 MIN

October 24, 2019

uvex safety Australia makes and distributes high-quality products designed to keep people safe at work. The..

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ConvaTec sets healthy pricing strategy with Phocas data insights

3 MIN

October 11, 2019

ConvaTec is a global medical products and technologies company with innovations that advance wound care,..

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When decision making is so tough that even rocket scientists get it wrong

2 MIN

October 1, 2019

Typically, having loads of data is overwhelming for a decision-maker, unless it can be consolidated and..

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LSC unlocks Epicor data and improves company-wide decision making with Phocas

2 MIN

September 22, 2019

Locksmith Supply Company (LSC) is a thriving 93-year-old security hardware distributor for the locksmith..

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What the All-Blacks can teach us about making decisions under pressure?

3 MIN

September 17, 2019

Most people feel pressure. The heart races, the body heats up, and you lose your train of thought. You feel..

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[eBook] Run your business by your data: Electrical suppliers transform using data analytics

2 MIN

August 21, 2019

According to IBISWorld the electrical wholesale industry generated $219bn in the last 12 months in the US, UK..

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Loeb Electric spots trends using data analytics

2 MIN

August 14, 2019

As Loeb Electric grew and data inquiries increased, the company needed better technology. The company..

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Midway Dental uses data to take advantage of industry growth

3 MIN

August 7, 2019

Midway Dental is a second-generation company and the fastest-growing full-service dental supply company in..

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Johnstone Supply gets real business intelligence with Phocas

2 MIN

July 24, 2019

Having a pulse on everything that is going on across sales, inventory, accounting and warehousing is critical..

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Epicor partnership helps WD-40 lubricate market growth

2 MIN

July 3, 2019

Many customers using Epicor ERPs (Prophet 21 , E10, Eclipse and iScala) are benefiting from the partnership..

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KYB Americas grows sales with Phocas data analytics

1 MIN

May 22, 2019

Data analytics is increasingly important for KYB Americas with the insights helping the sales team to uncover..

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Then and now: Gateway Supply continues growing with Phocas

1 MIN

May 15, 2019

Gateway Supply in Columbia, South Carolina has served the plumbing, HVAC and mechanical industries for over..

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Grocery distributor uses data to justify quality service strategy

2 MIN

March 25, 2019

Grocery wholesale distributors use networks for buying power and breadth of product range. For many members..

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Phocas illuminates customer relationships for Mercury Lighting

2 MIN

March 15, 2019

Mercury Lighting (Mercury) is Canada’s largest independent lighting solutions provider, offering nearly 9,000..

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Crescent Parts & Equipment speeds up decision-making process using Phocas

2 MIN

February 26, 2019

Crescent Parts & Equipment used a variety of tools to manage its vast data resources prior to making the..

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Retailers achieve business intelligence success with Phocas Software

4 MIN

December 11, 2018

As the author, John Naisbitt, once wrote, “We are drowning in information but starved for knowledge.” ..

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Revere Electric Supply uses Phocas to streamline access to data and decisions

3 MIN

November 22, 2018

Electric supplier leverages data analytics solution to enhance data-driven culture, automate and optimize..

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BI success for MAM customers using Phocas

3 MIN

November 1, 2018

For automotive businesses, the ability to track and drill into your live data offers an unparalleled..

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Wholesale distribution business intelligence (BI) success stories

3 MIN

October 11, 2018

The wholesale distribution sector is big business. In 2015 alone, the National Association of..

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Phocas makes quick impression at BAT Industrial Products

2 MIN

September 25, 2018

Phocas provides BAT Industrial Products with the information they need to take action to reduce the number of..

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Growing restaurant chain can’t get enough of Phocas

3 MIN

September 17, 2018

Rashays’ team uses data to better understand customer preferences, improve the loyalty program and get results

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Tropic Supply and Phocas: Right information. Right people. Right time.

3 MIN

August 7, 2018

HVAC/R company gets unprecedented insights into sales and counter promotions with Phocas.

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Morelli Group switches gears and leads the pack with Phocas

2 MIN

June 21, 2018

Family owned company continues to grow with advanced data analytics

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Eastern Industrial Supplies makes fast business decisions with data analytics

4 MIN

June 15, 2018

Plumbing distributor leverages Phocas to increase access to data across the business, automate financial..

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Saving costs is a breeze for Hotchkiss Air Supply thanks to Phocas

1 MIN

June 13, 2018

Hotchkiss Air Supply is the UK's leading independently owned provider of ventilation and air movement..

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Phocas gives family-owned wholesaler fast and efﬁcient access to key business data

2 MIN

June 8, 2018

J&S Davis is a long-established family-owned business providing exclusive wholesale dental distribution of..

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Hairhouse moves to NetSuite and takes analyzing data to the next level

2 MIN

June 4, 2018

Hair and beauty brand streamlines processes, saves time and makes data analysis and running reports a breeze..

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PPI Automotive grows business using data

4 MIN

April 30, 2018

Automotive wholesale distributor improves inventory management, identifies sales opportunities, and improves..

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Billows switches to Phocas and sees everyone using data with ease

3 MIN

April 9, 2018

Phocas helped Billows reduce the number of printed reports and made it easier for everyone to access relevant..

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For Seasol, the grass is greener with Phocas

2 MIN

April 3, 2018

Home garden wonder-brand lifts customer satisfaction and makes reporting a breeze with easy-to-use data..

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Serfac upgrades data access and insights with Phocas BI

2 MIN

February 21, 2018

Phocas helps Dublin-based automotive products importer and distributor take big steps forward with data..

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Phocas helps Abcoe Distributors focus on growth

3 MIN

December 7, 2017

Leading supplier of consumables reduces reporting frustration by moving to flexible business intelligence..

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Phocas slices & dices the data of meat distributor Vic’s Meat (Pronto ERP)

2 MIN

November 3, 2017

Vic’s Premium Quality Meat was established by Victor and Anthony Puharich 18 years ago and they are now..

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Natures Cargo turns to Phocas for purchasing and sales analytics

3 MIN

October 5, 2017

Phocas gives family-owned Natures Cargo fast and efﬁcient access to key business data.

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Automotive manufacturer, BM Catalysts sees ROI from Phocas

2 MIN

August 18, 2017

Established in 1966, BM Catalysts is a £20 million, 200 employee manufacturer of aftermarket Catalytic..

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Phocas is a constant in a sea of change for B&R Enclosures

2 MIN

August 8, 2017

B&R Enclosures is a private family-owned Australian business with global ambitions.

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Luceco finds financial and efficiency returns through Phocas Business Intelligence

3 MIN

July 11, 2017

Luceco became a data-driven sales organization that is building stronger,more loyal customer relationships..

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NetSuite customer, Baylis & Harding accelerates growth with Phocas business intelligence

3 MIN

July 7, 2017

Based in the UK, Baylis & Harding is a wholesale distributor that specializes in world-class toiletries and..

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Ring Automotive keeps business moving forward with Phocas business intelligence

2 MIN

May 29, 2017

Leading U.K. based supplier of vehicle lighting and auto electrical products deploys Phocas to improve access..

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How to build a better BI solution through a culture of learning

2 MIN

March 30, 2017

Partnering with our customers is how we develop practical features from the ground up that suit non-technical..

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Flexible, simple and intuitive – How the Hayley Group benefits from Phocas

2 MIN

October 24, 2016

Hayley Group PLC was originally established in 1976 under the name Hayley Bearings Ltd and, as the name..

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Behler-Young evaporates their ad hoc Infor A+ decision making with Phocas

2 MIN

October 10, 2016

Behler-Young celebrated its 90th year in business in 2016. The HVAC distributor is the largest in Michigan,..

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Phocas helps Dixie Plywood build solid insights from Infor ERP

5 MIN

September 15, 2016

Since 1944, privately owned and operated Dixie Plywood and Lumber Company has been the preferred wholesale..

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Countrywide Electrical Distributors enhance business data with Phocas

2 MIN

August 22, 2016

“We see Phocas as currently an intrinsic part of what we do...” - Sales Manager, Barry Brown.

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Data analytics success for Pronto ERP customers using Phocas

2 MIN

August 15, 2016

Many Pronto customers using Phocas are in the wholesale distribution sector and need to keep stock moving and..

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[Video] Watch Phocas customers on camera

1 MIN

July 13, 2016

When we talk to customers around the world about what they like about using Phocas, similar words come..

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Automotive business intelligence (BI) success stories

3 MIN

July 4, 2016

A recent report by senior research analyst John Greenough found the market position of the car today is..

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“Just don’t tell our competitors” - Phocas sits down with Monument Tools

2 MIN

May 3, 2016

Monument Tools is a fifth generation manufacturer of hand tools and one of the largest specialist hand tool..

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Phocas, the Perfect Add On for MAM Customer, TT Automotive

2 MIN

April 7, 2016

Catering for both national and local customers from their headquarters in Loughborough, Leicestershire, TT..

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Riley Sales gets Self-Service Analysis with Phocas BI

2 MIN

March 7, 2016

Riley Sales has everything you need to heat and cool your home, business or office, stocking a complete line..

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SpanSet scales new heights with Phocas

2 MIN

February 18, 2016

International group SpanSet is the name behind the most advanced lifting, lashing and personal safety..

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Phocas offers valuable analysis and insight into sales performance at Deb

2 MIN

February 1, 2016

Deb Group is a major manufacturer of skin care products for all types of workplace and public environments,..

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ALSPEC Uses Phocas to Ignite Their Dynamics AX ERP Data

2 MIN

January 20, 2016

Established in 1974, ALSPEC are the market leaders in the design and distribution of innovative aluminium..

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Phocas simplicity brings Zeller faster and smarter decision making

2 MIN

December 17, 2015

Zeller Corporation in the US has been providing engineering solutions to global customers for half a century...

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Phocas delivers for Automotive Afterparts Business

2 MIN

December 9, 2015

There’s no rest for 38-year-old CoolDrive Distribution, a supplier of parts and accessories to the automotive..

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Phocas sets the standard with Hella Australia

2 MIN

November 19, 2015

Hella ranks as one of the 100 largest German industrial companies. For such a large global corporation,..

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Walker Zanger refines its decision-making with Phocas & Prophet 21 ERP

2 MIN

November 2, 2015

“Many of our directors and showroom professionals have design degrees. We wanted to give them the analytics..

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Phocas and Pronto ERP: the winning combination for CoolDrive

2 MIN

October 16, 2015

CoolDrive Distribution has 60,000 products, 20 warehouses, 40 sales reps and customers flung wide. Its former..

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Dashboards bring 'proper' BI to Eurocats

3 MIN

September 25, 2015

European Exhaust and Catalyst (Eurocats) are the UK's largest manufacturer of type approved aftermarket..

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Phocas Lights Up the Data of AEL Electrical Distributors

3 MIN

August 6, 2015

AEL is a specialist electrical distributor based in Aberdeen, Scotland & was established in 1981 by Mr Graeme..

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Phocas Helps Manufacturer MA Ford Deliver Cutting Edge Quality & Service

2 MIN

July 9, 2015

“What’s particularly useful is the ability to create ad hoc reports and drill down easily into the data…”,..

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Phocas Gives Heritage Brands a Clear View of their Business

2 MIN

June 10, 2015

"Without Phocas, we would not have achieved what we have over the last few months in terms of restructuring..

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[VIDEO] Success Story - Dave Moench (CFO, 3E, Infor SX.e)

April 20, 2015

In this video blog, we speak to Dave Moench (CFO at 3E) to see how he uses Phocas alongside Infor SX.e ERP.

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Phocas Brings Clarity to the Sales Environment at Days Healthcare

2 MIN

April 10, 2015

Over the last couple of blogs (see here and here), we've discussed how business intelligence can benefit..

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Phocas Shines New Light on Sales Reporting at LED Autolamps

3 MIN

March 30, 2015

LED Autolamps is a leading supplier of an extensive range of European certified commercial vehicle lighting..

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Big ROI Gains for Giftware Company, Splosh Australia

3 MIN

March 24, 2015

Starting in the garage of their suburban Brisbane (Australia) home back in the 1990’s, Splosh now operates..

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Phocas 'Keeps it Simple' at Automotive Safety Company, Brigade

2 MIN

March 13, 2015

Brigade Electronics is a UK based company specialising in automotive safety products including sensors,..

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Mid-Island Electrical Increases Business Productivity with Phocas

2 MIN

March 2, 2015

Mid-Island Electrical Supply is the principal industrial electrical distributor in New York City, the Hudson..

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Ozsale Discovers a Reporting Solution to Help Them Make More Sales

2 MIN

February 26, 2015

As online shopping grows in popularity and in sales volume, so too do the companies trying to carve for..

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Tradeware Leverages their Sage Accpac Data with Phocas BI

2 MIN

February 23, 2015

Tradeware Group is the trusted leader in providing the best brands, service and value in hardware..

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Phocas, The Crown In The Sapphire Group’s Data

2 MIN

January 14, 2015

Established in 2006, the Sapphire Group has quickly become the market leader in scented candles, fragrance..

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[VIDEO] Ardex Unlocks Their MS Dynamics CRM and SAP ERP Data

1 MIN

January 9, 2015

"Understanding customer needs is core to what we do. That's the essence of our existence. Unless we are..

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Phocas, the 'True-Solution' for Easier Access for Pronto ERP Data

2 MIN

January 8, 2015

In today’s business environment with changes happening very quickly, day-to-day and strategic decisions have..

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Phocas Software Powers The Data of Wholesaler ICCONS (SAP Business One ERP)

2 MIN

December 18, 2014

ICCONS is an exciting new Australasian wholesaler dedicated to providing an extensive range of construction..

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Phocas Gives Russell The Winning Edge (Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP)

2 MIN

November 24, 2014

Sporting goods and apparel manufacturer/distributor, Russell Corporation manages three of Australia’s leading..

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Gateway Supply uses Business Intelligence Software to Deliver Business Insight

2 MIN

November 20, 2014

Phocas allows us to zero in on what might be causing a problem and gives us the ability to look deeper into..

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Kriz-Davis energizes sales & raises service levels with Phocas

2 MIN

November 20, 2014

Whether it is sales, purchasing, operations, inventory analysis, finance or accounts receivable – the..

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Bambis implements Phocas business intelligence alongside Pronto ERP

2 MIN

October 3, 2014

Bambis is a progressive Australian company specialising in the design of contemporary homewares and..

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Aaron & Company Discover Large Returns on a Small Investment

2 MIN

September 22, 2014

Aaron & Company is a leading plumbing-heating-cooling supply wholesaler in New Jersey and Eastern..

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Connor Co enhances Epicor Eclipse ERP with Phocas Business Intelligence Software

2 MIN

September 19, 2014

"The minute we saw it, we thought it was too good to be true. It really is the perfect complementary product..

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Phocas Puts Data Discovery in the Spotlight at ALP Lighting

2 MIN

September 10, 2014

ALP Lighting manufactures and distributes Lighting Components to OEM Lighting fixture manufacturers across..

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Healthy Results for Ambu with Phocas BI Software

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Simple, Powerful: Phocas a Successful Addition to MS Dynamics CRM at Provet

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Provet is a leading animal health distribution company in Australasia. Established over 30 years ago by a..

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Phocas Software Putting the Spark in United Electric’s Data

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If you’re in the electrical industry and you’re not using Phocas Software, there are many new and exciting..

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