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Seamless Integration: How ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Distribution's IT Systems Ensure Operational Excellence for Clients

Katherine Wroth • August 19, 2024

With the global 3PL market , businesses are under increasing pressure to adapt to evolving customer expectations. Effective communication between your business and your third-party logistics (3PL) provider is more critical than ever for maintaining operational efficiency. At ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Distribution, we’ve developed 3PL integration solutions that enhance connectivity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and e-commerce fulfillment services, ensuring your operations stay ahead in this progressive market.


Traditional Integrations: SFTP and EDI


Many of our clients rely on traditional integration methods, and we are fully equipped to support these needs. Whether transferring flat files to an SFTP site or using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) over AS2 or a Value-Added Network (VAN), our infrastructure and experience ensure reliable data exchange. These methods are ideal for clients who prefer or require a conventional approach.


Future-Ready Solutions: REST APIs


However, the future of logistics integration lies in advanced technology, and ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is at the forefront. We have developed and maintained a comprehensive suite of REST APIs that allow clients to programmatically interface with various systems within our operations, including the Warehouse Management System (WMS). This API-based approach offers flexibility and customization, enabling clients to integrate quickly and efficiently, even before their operations go live. It’s perfect for tech-savvy clients looking to streamline processes and gain real-time access to logistics data.


Quick Integration with E-Commerce Platforms


For clients using popular e-commerce platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce or QuickBooks Online, we offer a robust integration layer through our partnership with Pipe17. This collaboration allows us to connect clients to our systems swiftly and securely, ensuring that their operations can hit the ground running without lengthy setup times. This solution is especially beneficial for businesses looking to maintain a seamless connection between their online stores and our 3PL services.


NetSuite Integration


One of our standout offerings is our integration with NetSuite, where ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is an Oracle SuiteCloud Developer Network (SDN) partner. Our long-standing relationship with NetSuite allows us to provide a best-in-class interface for clients who rely on this powerful ERP system. Our ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Suite app enables real-time data synchronization and operational truth within the client’s NetSuite environment. This setup is highly compatible with various EDI providers like TrueCommerce, SPS Commerce and EZCom Lingo, allowing for a central operations hub within NetSuite.


Our solutions are designed to integrate efficiently even for clients with pre-existing customizations in their NetSuite environments, such as those using tools like Soligo. We offer partial implementations of our connector, ensuring that even the most customized setups can benefit from our expertise and integration capabilities.


Conclusion


At ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½, our approach to IT integration is both comprehensive and flexible, designed to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Whether you’re leveraging traditional methods or looking to tap into the future of logistics technology, we have the solutions to ensure your operations are cohesive and efficient. Our commitment to staying at the forefront of technology means our clients can always rely on ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ to deliver the services they need today and the innovations they’ll need tomorrow.


Are you ready to take your logistics operations to the next level?  Contact us today to learn more!

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