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The Value of Working Directly With Your ERP Developer

#431 | By Jade C. 07/04/2026 – 15:13

When businesses evaluate ERP systems, most of the conversation centres on functionality. What modules are included? How flexible is it? Can it integrate with existing systems? Those are all important questions. But there’s another one that’s often overlooked: Who will you really be working with once the system is in pl

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What’s Really Holding Your Drinks Business Back from Scaling?

#437 | By Alan P. 31/03/2026 – 16:43

Most drinks businesses don’t hit a wall overnight. There’s no single moment where everything breaks. No dramatic system failure. No obvious red flag. Instead, growth just… slows. Orders take longer to fulfil. Margins get tighter. Teams start relying on spreadsheets. Decisions take longer because no one fully trusts the

Engineering

Overcoming Operational Challenges in the Engineering Industry through Integrated ERP Solutions

#1715 | By Alan P. 24/03/2026 – 11:41

As engineering companies navigate the operational landscape of today, they face a marketplace defined by rapid supply chain fluctuations, complex multi-tier production requirements, and stringent regulatory standards. To maintain profitability and operational control, firms must move away from fragmented legacy trackin

Operations Director

Helping Operations Directors Overcome Todays' Distribution Challenges

#1664 | By Alan P. 11/03/2026 – 10:29

Facing a complex landscape dominated by surging operational costs, severe labour shortages, post-Brexit regulatory friction, and rapid tech disruptions, Operations Directors in UK Distribution companies have a lot to deal with. Navigating these hurdles requires a delicate balance between keeping margins intact and main

Business ERP Software Deep Linking Tip

A Smarter Way to Access and Share Work in De Facto EDP

#433 | By Jade C. 25/02/2026 – 10:18

You may have seen our recent update introducing Progressive Web App (PWA) and EDP Deep Linking functionality. If you haven’t explored it yet, it’s worth taking a look - it’s a simple feature that can make everyday use of De Facto EDP faster and more efficient. Install EDP as a Progressive Web App De Facto EDP can now b

Configuring software

What Does "Configurability" Really Mean In ERP?

#428 | By Jade C. 16/02/2026 – 12:48

“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

Wine Bottles Drinks Distributors

Helping Drinks Distributors Gain Competitive Advantage

#411 | By Alan P. 09/02/2026 – 13:13

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

Turning Grit Into Impact Mud Race ERP Software

De Facto Take on Pretty Muddy 5k

#427 | By Jade C. 02/02/2026 – 11:25

At De Facto, supporting our community and standing behind causes that truly matter is part of who we are. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that our team will be taking part in the Pretty Muddy 5K at Trinity Park on 21 June 2026 - a fun, energetic, and wonderfully muddy challenge organised by Cancer Research UK. Pr

Wine Glass Official Patron WineGB

De Facto Joins Wines of Great Britain (WineGB) as a Patron

#414 | By Jade C. 28/01/2026 – 13:30

We’re proud to be supporting WineGB, the national body representing the English and Welsh wine industry. WineGB plays a vital role in championing the sector - representing producers to media, government, and trade, while supporting the sustainable growth of an industry that continues to accelerate. Through initiatives

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More Connected Operations

#413 | By Jade C. 26/01/2026 – 11:30

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 onto a records

File Drag and Drop in De Facto EDP

#410 | By James D. 14/01/2026 – 12:02

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

EDP User Interface Guide Software Business System Help

Latest De Facto EDP User Interface Guide

#409 | By James D. 13/01/2026 – 09:30

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