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INFOGRAPHIC: Digital Transformation in the wholesale industry
In order to stay competitive and to future-proof your business, it's important to review the way you operate and look to embrace technology to improve efficiencies, productivity, customer service and ultimately profits. We surveyed 250 wholesalers and distributors in the UK how important technology is to the success of their business. You can download the...
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A fully integrated EPOS system – The top 5 benefits
Wholesalers, stockists and distributors who offer a customer facing trade counter environment, typically in hardware, plumbing, electrical, tooling and workwear industries, will benefit greatly from a fully integrated trade counter EPOS system. What’s the difference between POS and EPOS? Firstly, it’s important to distinguish the difference betwe...
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GUIDE: Benefits of ERP Software for Wholesalers & Distributors
How will an ERP system benefit my business? The wholesale and distribution industry is becoming increasingly competitive. The industry is continually putting pressure on companies to do better - to offer a more cost-effective service, quicker delivery times and a more personalised and multi-channel shopping experience - all whilst competing with the market leaders a...
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The benefits of a digital future for agricultural distributors & wholesalers
The future of agricultural farming, crop management and distribution is digital. To achieve growth, and stay competitive, the agricultural industry is looking to technology to help them improve efficiencies, increase productivity and exceed the expectations of a new generation of farm managers and agricultural consumers. What does a digital future mean? The wor...
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Unlock hidden business potential with a BPR
What is a BPR? A BPR is a Business Process Review. A BPR looks at how you currently operate and how you manage your key business processes to understand the areas where you can embrace technology to increase efficiencies, productivity and profit margins. A BPR is a crucial stage of any ERP journey because it highlights how the new system can specif...
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How to choose the right software partner
Choosing the right software partner is the foundation of successfully implementing a new ERP system . The supplier you choose is key to ensuring ROI on your investment because it’ll determine how smooth the migration process is, how well your employees are trained and the ongoing support you’ll receive to ensure you're maximising your investment. U...
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Team Teddy attempts to summit all three mountains within 24 hours!
On Saturday 21 September OGL Computer’s Software Operations Manager, Charlie Grant, will be embarking on his toughest challenge yet to raise money for the Daisy Garland charity in memory of his son, Teddy Grant. This year’s challenge will see him, accompanied by his colleagues and friends, tackle the Three Peaks Challenge, and attempt to scale the high...
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Magento 1 is going end-of-life: what does that mean for your website?
Magento has announced that from June 2020 their Magento 1 platform is going end-of-life. But what does that mean for your current website and online business? End-of-life means that your website will no longer be supported or given critical security patches following June 2020. This means that not only will you not receive any further updates to your website, inh...
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Crohn's & Colitis UK was August's Charity of the Month
OGL staff are holding monthly dress down days through 2019 to raise money for staff-nominated charities. August's dress down day was held in support of Crohn's & Colitis UK, and saw us raise a total of £273.60 for the amazing work that they do. The charity was suggested by our Commercial Lead, Stacey Timmins. Stacey said: “Cro...
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