IBM Food and Beverage Express Services, a qualified SAP Business All-in-One solution
IBM Food and Beverage Express Services, a qualified SAP Business All-in-One solution provides tailored functionality from order entry, manufacturing, production, warehouse, procurement and financial management functions solution for SMB consumer packaged goods and food and beverage clients.
The goal
This Express solution specifically addresses the needs of small and mid-sized companies: comprehensive functionality, end-to-end SAP business transactions across business processes, a packaged, scalable application set. It also focuses heavily on manufacturing and distribution functions and is built on core R/3 (SAP software) modules.
The key value is that it is designed to make it easier for you to get started by providing a pre-configured, single database system that is based on adaptable industry templates and configurable business processes. Hardware, IBM WebSphere® portals, e-business HostingTM services and AMS components can be added.
The advantage
IBM’s Food & Beverage Express Services for CPG and F&B clients can provide a comprehensive and packaged solution for small to mid-sized companies, with a clear beginning and end to the project:
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Customized solution for food and beverage clients.
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Rapid implementation which frees up company resources.
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Reduced capital and operation costs.
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Reduced inventory levels.
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Improved order lead times.
Benefits
Back-office solutions can offer a tangible benefit and return if you are working with a fixed budget. If you are able to manage operations more effectively and reduce your costs of doing business, you will have more money to spend on research and development (R&D). ERP systems are generally credited with having this capability.
With IBM’s Food & Beverage Express Services solution, your company may realize the following benefits:
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Integrated sales, distribution, purchasing, inventory management, quality management, production and financials.
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Detailed analysis and product costing.
Next steps
Need help?
Contact the Express Advantage Concierge, a team of specialists dedicated to midsized business 1-877-IBM-ACCESS (426-2223).
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