Retail2023

ERPNext Implementation for Multi-Branch Distribution

Full ERP digitization for a 12-branch distribution and retail group

Client
Meridian Distribution Group
Duration
4 months
Year
2023
Technologies
ERPNext v15Frappe FrameworkPython Custom ModulesLogistics API IntegrationData Migration Pipeline
-85%
Financial Close
98.4%
Inventory Accuracy
Real-time
Reporting Time
98%
User Adoption
The Challenge

A 12-branch distribution group was operating on separate spreadsheet systems per branch, with no consolidated inventory view, manual inter-branch transfer processes, and monthly financial reporting taking 3 weeks to compile.

The Solution

Peunier implemented ERPNext across all 12 branches with custom modules for inter-branch transfers, a group-level dashboard, and integration with the client's logistics provider APIs.

Our Approach
01

Business Process Mapping

Documented all existing processes across all 12 branches, identifying 34 process variants and 12 integration requirements.

02

ERPNext Configuration

Configured ERPNext for multi-branch operations with branch-level P&L, consolidated inventory, and custom approval workflows.

03

Custom Module Development

Built inter-branch transfer management module with approval chain, transfer costing, and automated reconciliation.

04

Data Migration & Training

Migrated 5 years of data from 12 separate systems. Delivered role-specific training to 180 users across all branches.

Measurable Results
-85%
Financial Close
From 3 weeks to 3 days for monthly close
98.4%
Inventory Accuracy
Up from estimated 71% across all branches
Real-time
Reporting Time
Management dashboards live vs previously monthly
98%
User Adoption
Within 30 days of go-live across 180 users
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Peunier's ERPNext implementation brought 12 branches onto one system in 4 months. Our monthly close went from 3 weeks to 3 days. The data quality transformation was remarkable.

FA
Fatima Al-Rashid
CFO, Meridian Distribution Group