What is BI and FP&A software for lumber and building materials distributors and manufacturers?

It's the layer that connects your ERP, branches and spreadsheets into one place, so sales, purchasing, operations and finance can see the same numbers and act on them – without waiting on IT or specialist skills.

Why do lumber and building materials distributors need specialized software?

Multi-branch operations, thousands of SKUs, supplier rebates and contract pricing don't fit generic tools. Phocas is built for how a builders merchant or building materials distributor actually works.

What ERPs does Phocas connect to for builders merchants and building materials distributors?

Phocas connects to 200+ sources including the ERPs this industry runs on most; Epicor Bistrack, Lumbertrack and Eagle, Kerridge ERP One and ERP Go, NetSuite plus many more.

Can Phocas combine data across branches or after an acquisition?

Yes. Distributors growing through acquisition use Phocas to bring data from different ERPs and branches into one place, before, during and after the migration, so nothing gets lost in the transition. Learn more about migration here

How does Phocas help manage supplier and buying group rebates?

Phocas Rebates automates rebate tracking for both payable and receivable programs, with near-miss alerts, so you're not leaving margin on the table or chasing suppliers for reconciliations. Learn more about Phocas Rebates

Does Phocas replace my ERP?

No. Phocas connects to your ERP and other systems, turning what it captures into something your whole business can act on – it doesn't replace what already works.

How long does it take to get started with Phocas?

Most Phocas customers are live within 8–12 weeks, with a dedicated implementation team managing the data connection so your IT team isn't carrying the load. Learn more about Phocas implementations

Does Phocas cover every category of building material, not just lumber?

Yes. Phocas is used across the full building materials range, including structural timber and engineered wood, panels and sheet materials, roofing and waterproofing, insulation, concrete and masonry, steel and structural metals, and doors, windows and glazing, whether you're a distributor or a manufacturer.

BI and FP&A for lumber and building materials

Building suppliers are under pressure to protect margins, do more with leaner teams, and make faster decisions, but critical data is locked in static reports and spreadsheets. Phocas delivers useful insights, faster reporting and better planning to boost your bottom line.

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BI and FP&A for lumber and building materials

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The trusted platform for distributors and manufacturers

Tariffs, tight margins and thousands of SKUs make lumber and building materials one of the toughest industries to run on spreadsheets alone. Phocas connects securely to your ERP + any other source, and brings everything together into one accessible platform, whether you're distributing structural timber, panels, roofing materials, insulation, concrete or steel.

Multiple connections: connects to the ERPs lumber and building material businesses actually run on; Epicor Bistrack, Lumbertrack and Eagle, Klipboard ERP One and ERP Go, NetSuite plus many more.
Centralized access: teams are empowered with fast, secure access to consolidated, real-time data within a user-friendly environment.
Auto updates: data is mapped to enable seamless updates and ongoing validation, with daily (or as needed) data synchronization.
Handles acquisitions: brings acquired ERPs into view of performance, with consistent reporting before, during and after migration.

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Hear from customers in your industry

NEFCO Corporation

Helping all teams take charge of their own data
BSS Group

Automated financial reports and branch managers can self-serve queries
Trade Supply Group

One view across every division, from lumber to plumbing
Spokane Hardware Supply

Replaced a 50-tab spreadsheet grind with daily, drill-down financial visibility
LSC

Every department, from sales to HR, gets its own dashboard

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Why lumber & building
merchants choose Phocas

Built for your industry

Ready-made views, KPIs and data modeling, built on 25 years serving the industry. You don't have to figure out what to track or build it yourself, we've got you covered.

Easy to use

Consolidated data is accessible to everyone; finance, sales, operations, for quick insights, broad adoption and faster reporting. No waiting on IT or specialist skills.

Secure & reliable

Role-based permissions keep sensitive data protected without slowing anyone down. SOC 2 Type 2 and GDPR-compliant, so you can meet regulatory requirements as you grow.

Uniquely integrated platform

Choose from a platform of products that align with your business needs and future growth. A single source of truth, a simpler tech stack and a vendor you can rely on.

Different solutions, one connected platform

Feature name

Analytics

Fast access to sales, inventory and margin data across every branch and SKU. Spot trends, find gaps, act quickly,

Self serve design means anyone can drill into the numbers, right down to transaction level.
Custom dashboards and reports with shareable alerts
Spot customers who are less profitable than they first appear
Compare margins across product lines, from timber and panels to roofing, insulation and steel

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Here's what lumber & building materials customers say

"Before Phocas we had 'gut feel'. Now we can look at the data and know what's happening, and where the problem is specifically. I find Phocas much easier to use than other reporting tools."

IT Manager
Kamco Supply

"Phocas took us to a different level of intelligence. It has definitely helped us make smarter business decisions about our customers and about our stock."

Ashley Branch
Managing Director
Branch Bros

"Support is fantastic. It's one of the best support teams that we work with as an IT department. We can put a query in before the start of business, and it's resolved straight away. So with the ease of use and good support, it's a it's a no brainer."

Emma Russ
IT Technician
Arran Isle Holdings

Go deeper on what matters to your business

Building materials distributors deal with a lot of moving parts. These pages go beyond the overview; pick the challenge that's most relevant to you and see how Phocas helps you tackle it.

Sales analytics

Grow revenue with confidence

Sales analytics & forecasting

Customer & product segmentation

Pricing strategies

Operations Analytics

Get your inventory mix working smarter

Inventory optimization

Dead stock

Multi-location inventory tracking

Finance Analytics

Know your numbers inside out

Demand planning

Performance analytics

Frequently asked questions

Understand the past, operate better today, and plan well for the future

Whether you want to get your data organized for your team or you’re looking to combine business intelligence capabilities with financial reporting, planning and forecasting… We can help.

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BI and FP&A for lumber and building materials

The trusted platform for distributors and manufacturers

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