EDP Platform - Insights Tag - De Facto Software

Documents - Part 1: The Basics

By Dan S. 05/05/2026 – 12:49 | Insights

This is the first post in a series of Insights that will showcase the functionality around storing and transmitting files in our platform and how it can streamline workflows, reduce friction and improve day‑to‑day business processes. Concept In EDP a Document could represent many things: A single document containing a

More Than a Website: A Digital Extension of Your Business

By Andy J. 28/04/2026 – 12:52 | Insights

When we design and build websites, our starting point is always your business and not a template. Every business has its own vision, expertise, and way of delivering value to its customers. Too often we see businesses forced to reshape themselves to fit “out‑of‑the‑box” website and ERP platforms, losing the very detail

Multi-Company Support

By Charlie S. 21/04/2026 – 11:22 | Insights

EDP ERP delivers powerful multi‑organisation and multi‑company capabilities straight out of the box. It brings seamless centralised control across financial consolidation, shared data, and intercompany processes, while still giving each company the flexibility to tailor its own setup and operate with full autonomy. Use

What Does "Configurability" Really Mean In ERP?

By Jade C. 16/02/2026 – 12:48 | Insights

“Configurable” is a word you may hear in ERP discussions. It suggests flexibility - the ability for a system to adapt to the way your organisation operates. But what that flexibility actually looks like in practice is not always clear. For decision-makers, understanding how configurability works - and how it differs fr

Helping Drinks Distributors Gain Competitive Advantage

By Alan P. 09/02/2026 – 13:13 | Wine, Beer and Spirits Industry

In this Insight post we take a look into some ERP Features that are especially valuable for drinks distributors (wine, spirits, beer) acting as importers, agents, or regional distributors. These features often become deciding factors when choosing or upgrading an ERP because they directly impact sales, customer experie

More Connected Operations

By Jade C. 26/01/2026 – 11:30 | Food Industry

Walk into any busy wholesale depot today, and the challenges are clear. Forklifts moving at pace, pallets arriving from multiple suppliers, customer orders flying in through every channel - all under increasing cost and compliance pressures. It’s an industry that runs on tight margins, rapid decisions and absolute accu

File Drag and Drop in De Facto EDP

By James D. 14/01/2026 – 12:02 | Hints and Tips

New functionality you will love. Frustrated with looking for emails and other files that relate to a specific thing in your business system? No problem, we've got you covered! For example, you can quickly drag and drop any file onto an ERP contact, creating a linked document with the file attached. The document can eas

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Latest De Facto EDP User Interface Guide

By James D. 13/01/2026 – 09:30 | Hints and Tips

We’re pleased to announce the release of the latest version of De Facto EDP ERP. This update introduces a range of new functionality and enhancements designed to elevate the user experience and help you maximise the value of your De Facto system: List Data Links for easier navigation throughout the system. Progressive

De Facto ERP Now With CRM Built-In as Standard

By Alan P. 16/12/2025 – 15:31 | News

De Facto's built in CRM functionality helps businesses manage interactions with customers, prospects and suppliers. Enabling sales, marketing and service teams to organise customer information, track communications, and streamline sales, marketing and support activities. Seamless User Experience CRM functionality is an

Turning a Daunting Task into a Strategic Opportunity

By Alan P. 19/11/2025 – 15:21 | Insights

Replacing an ERP system is no small undertaking. As a core part of your business infrastructure, it’s deeply embedded in day-to-day operations. Any disruption carries risk, so much so that many organisations postpone change until it’s unavoidable. Unfortunately, by that point, outdated systems and processes may already

Smarter Trading for the Wine and Drinks Industry: Unlocking the Value of Liv-ex Integration

Smarter Trading for the Drinks Industry: Unlocking the Value of Liv-ex Integration

By Calum G. 25/09/2025 – 09:00 | Behind the Scenes

In the drinks trade, accurate data and efficient processes are essential. From managing product details to setting prices and keeping customers informed, the ability to connect seamlessly with industry partners can make all the difference. That’s why at De Facto Software, we’ve developed powerful integrations that link

New De Facto Software Website Launch

By Jade C. 13/06/2025 – 10:52 | Behind the Scenes

Introducing Our New Website: A Fresh Look for De Facto Software We’ll admit it — the refresh of our website was long overdue. But like a good ERP implementation, it was worth taking the time to get it right. Refreshed, restructured, and ready to reflect exactly who we are and what we do. Whether you’re discovering us f