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Successful ERP implementations are not just built on great software. They are built on knowledgeable people who guide customers every step of the way. As an Implementation & Support Specialist, Jerry works directly with distributors to ensure they have the guidance, training, and support they need to confidently adopt 10X ERP and achieve long-term success.

Every distribution business has that moment in July. A key person is out. A big order comes in. And suddenly everyone realizes the operation was running on tribal knowledge, not systems. Vacation season doesn't create operational gaps — it just makes them impossible to ignore. Here's why it happens and what distributors running on modern ERP do differently.

Meet Kat, 10X ERP's newest Implementation & Support Specialist! Driven by a passion for customer success and a love for the wholesale distribution industry, Kat is here to help our customers get the most out of their 10X ERP experience.

A distribution ERP is only as good as its modules. Here are the 8 essential ERP modules for distributors, what each one does, and why they work best on one platform.

The seven supply chain management software capabilities that actually move the needle for distributors, from replenishment to supplier collaboration to real-time visibility.

A practical comparison of the five categories of supply chain management software, and whether distributors are better served by best-of-breed tools or one unified platform.

Wholesale distribution software should run inventory, orders, purchasing, and accounting as one system. Here are the 10 capabilities that drive efficiency, and how to choose.

Automated replenishment in ERP helps distributors reduce stockouts, lower carrying costs, and optimize inventory levels through real-time data, forecasting, and intelligent automation.

Behavioral change management is essential for successful ERP adoption. Learn how distributors can overcome resistance, improve user engagement, and maximize ROI by aligning people, processes, and technology.

Real-time margin optimization in ERP helps distributors protect profitability by tracking costs, pricing, and margins as they change. Learn how platforms like 10X ERP provide live insights, automated alerts, and dynamic pricing tools to respond instantly to freight fluctuations, tariffs, and vendor pricing—ensuring every deal supports your bottom line.

Discover how modern ERP systems like 10X ERP help distributors navigate supply chain disruptions with real-time visibility, automation, and data-driven insights to improve resilience and profitability.

Augmented Reality (AR) is transforming warehouse operations by overlaying real-time ERP data, such as picking instructions, inventory levels, and navigation cues, directly into workers’ field of view. When integrated with 10X ERP, AR improves accuracy, speeds fulfillment, and streamlines training while reducing errors and operational costs. Discover how AR-powered warehouses are becoming smarter, faster, and more efficient in today’s competitive distribution landscape.

A 50-year hose and gasket supplier replaced a legacy Windows ERP, streamlining fabrication and automating purchasing to run a faster, more visible operation.

A 40-year industrial fastener distributor eliminated manual workarounds and brought secondary processing under full visibility, increasing throughput without adding people.

A custom sealing solutions provider automated age-restricted lot selection and integrated labeling, making order fulfillment faster and more accurate.

A specialty o-ring and molded-rubber distributor eliminated paper-based processes and moved fulfillment into the warehouse, running entirely on real-time data.

A master distributor of o-rings and seals replaced a legacy Windows ERP and gained data integrity that ties inventory, AR, and AP to the penny, in real time.

NetSuite is a powerful, general-purpose cloud ERP. 10X ERP is built exclusively for distributors. Here is an honest look at how they compare.

Epicor Prophet 21 is a deep, long-established distribution ERP. 10X ERP is the modern, AI-native alternative. Here is how they compare.

Acumatica is a flexible, modern cloud ERP with a distribution edition. 10X ERP is built only for distributors. Here is how they compare.

QuickBooks is great accounting software. 10X ERP is a full distribution ERP. Here is an honest look at when it is time to move up.

ERP-ONE by Distribution One is a dedicated distribution ERP. 10X ERP is the modern, AI-native alternative. Here is how they compare.

Inform ERP by DDI System is an established distribution suite with built-in CRM and eCommerce. 10X ERP is the modern, AI-native alternative.

TrulinX by Tribute is a niche-strong ERP for industrial distributors. 10X ERP is the modern, AI-native alternative built for distribution broadly.

SAP Business One is a mature, general-purpose SMB ERP. 10X ERP is built exclusively for distributors. Here is how they compare.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a broad, modern business suite. 10X ERP is built exclusively for distributors. Here is how they compare.

Sage offers a range of established accounting and ERP products. 10X ERP is built exclusively for distributors. Here is how they compare.

Infor offers deep, enterprise-grade distribution suites. 10X ERP is the modern, AI-native alternative with fast time-to-value. Here is how they compare.

If you are outgrowing the cost, complexity, or legacy feel of Epicor Prophet 21, 10X ERP is the cloud-native, AI-first ERP built for distributors.

There is no single best ERP for every distributor. Here is an honest guide to the leading options and how to choose the right one for your business.