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D & F McCarthy

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D& F McCarthy Ltd, a major UK Fresh Produce distribution company, has chosen de Facto as its accounting and business management system platform. The company has been able to streamline business processes and increase productivity using this powerful, yet flexible solution.

McCarthy use de Facto S5

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fresh produce arrow iconScenario - A Flexible And Accurate Stock-Focused Product Needed!

In 1996, McCarthy were involved in a search for a suitable financial and logistics solution to the company's growing and diverse needs. They spent several years evaluating systems to replace their outdated Sage accounting package, considering mainstream products along with specialist packages for the food industry.

Martin McCarthy had a list of essential features and benefits to be provided by a new system, but most important was the ability to handle their fast-moving trade and be flexible and accurate enough to process transactions as they wanted. The system had to be totally integrated and focus on the key element - stock.

The nature of their business means long working hours to ensure the freshest produce is provided. Orders are taken right up to 11pm for next day delivery, with staff working through the night to pick orders and load the lorries.

McCarthy - Fresh Produce - Lorry Transport

fresh produce arrow iconPowerful Price List Features

After reviewing a number of competing systems, McCarthy chose de Facto. One of the powerful features of de Facto stood out for them. Martin McCarthy explains:

quote iconPrice lists are a key feature of the de Facto system. We can act on any changes in the market, with prices being updated and filtered through to all customers automatically.unquote icon

fresh produce arrow iconDe Facto's Business Knowledge Yields Benefits For The Client

De Facto Software worked closely with McCarthy to understand and analyse their working practices, thereby ensuring that the new system was implemented in the optimal fashion. As a result of the examination of the business and working practices, a number of areas for change and improvement were identified and actioned. Martin McCarthy said:

quote iconThis was a really useful exercise. Thanks to this careful scrutiny, we identified new business opportunities and changed our methods of operation to improve productivity.unquote icon

McCarthy - Fresh Produce - Warehouse Distribution

fresh produce arrow iconWorking With You To Deliver Beyond Expectations

De Facto Software always work closely with their clients throughout the process to produce the best possible results. McCarthy have found their expectations have been met in all respects, and have been exceeded in many areas.

fresh produce arrow iconHelping The Client Continues Long After Implementation

The on-going service De Facto provides is extensive. On-line and hotline support is provided from within an annual contract. The contract keeps McCarthy, and all other customers, up-to-date with the latest version of the De Facto software, ensuring they keep pace with technological advancements and enhancements to the package.

To find out how de Facto S5 can benefit your business, Contact Us now on 01473 417 200 or Email Us.

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Customer Profile

D& F McCarthy deal in a wide range of Fresh Produce. In addition to the raw goods, McCarthy have a preparation and packaging operation. The company works with a large number of suppliers, ranging from small market gardeners to major importers.

With warehouses in Norwich and Great Yarmouth, Norfolk based D & F McCarthy Ltd distribute Fresh Produce throughout the county. Established in 1877, the company has developed from selling fruit from a market to a multi-million pound business. McCarthy customers range from wholesalers, retailers, schools, air-bases, to hotels and restaurants. McCarthy is also proud to hold three Royal Warrants and have been providing fruit and vegetable to HM the Queen, HM the Queen Mother and HRH the Prince of Wales for many years.

Key Achievements

Triangle icon imageEnabled increased productivity through streamlining practices.

Triangle icon imageNew business opportunities identified for client.

Triangle icon imageConsistently exceeded customer expectations throughout.


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D & F McCarthy
Fresh Produce Distribution
Key Features
Triangle icon imageComplete Product Traceability
Triangle icon imageProduction and Packhouse Management
Triangle icon imageFully Integrated EDI and E-Commerce
Triangle icon imageIntegrated Transport and Product Distribution
Triangle icon imageFlexible Procurement and Supplier Payment

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De Facto has been implemented across a range of activities, including the following:

Processor | Packer | Wholesaler | Trader | Importer | Distributor | Manufacturer | Mail Order

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