Distributor Management Systems (DMS) are now a fundamental component in any consumer goods company’s route-to-market. They help manage the supply chain between Manufacturers and a myriad of Distributors by aligning retail activities, trade promotions, inventory, invoicing, claims, competitive insights and much more.
A modern DMS streamlines all distribution workflows and activities, improves supply chain efficiency, eliminates stock outs and overstocking and allows companies to access real time data from distributors. The right solution can bolster sales and distribution activities even in a fragmented marketplace, but let’s examine exactlywhyit is that they’re so important.