Sanderson, the publicly owned UK provider of software solutions to the Delivered Wholesale and Cash & Carry industries, has won a major contract to supply a number of its latest software solutions to HT & Co (Drinks) Ltd. HT Drinks, one of London’s leading wholesalers and distributors of drinks and tobacco, has enjoyed prolific growth in recent years. The Sanderson system will integrate and support its many businesses, as it continues to expand. HT & Co was impressed by the extensive functionality of the Sanderson wholesale solution, Swords, and selected it as the best solution to meet its growing needs. The company will deploy Voice Order Picking, Business Intelligence, Mobile CRM and Web Ordering to generate efficiencies, increase sales and deliver an even better service to its customers. The latest Swords Voice Order Picking solution will be used in the warehouse, so that HT & Co benefit from faster order picking, increased staff productivity and significantly fewer picking errors - protecting cash flow by reducing costs. Swords Business Intelligence will allow HT & Co to continually monitor performance using key performance indicators, providing invaluable information for decision making. In addition, the new Mobile CRM solution will benefit field sales representatives. With 24 hour access to the Swords system via mobile devices, they can create quotes, process sales orders and view essential information whilst with customers to maximise sales opportunities and respond faster to customer enquiries. Furthermore, the introduction of the Sanderson Web Ordering solution will provide a fundamental, additional sales channel, improving customer experience. HT & Co’s customers will be able to place orders, 24x7, at their convenience, track order progress and view promotional offers – increasing HT & Co’s sales further. Sanderson is the preferred supplier to the Today’s group, of which HT & Co is a member, so the company will also benefit from group buying power and improved industry links. Mr Jon Durrant, Head of IT, HT & Co (Drinks) Ltd comments:“The Swords software solution provides the best platform in terms of functionality and support for our long-term growth. The solutions will help to increase sales and raise customer service levels across the business. Swords Business Intelligence is most useful for us – we can review company performance at any time and utilise management reports for effective decision making.” Jackie Taylor, Sales Director for Wholesale Distribution solutions at Sanderson adds:“We are delighted to work with HT & Co on this major project. HT Drinks has selected our very latest systems making this a very exciting project for Sanderson. The new Mobile CRM solution enables staff to work more efficiently away from the office - increasing productivity, and the 24 hour web ordering system not only enhances the buying experience for customers but also boosts sales. We look forward to continuing to support HT & Co’s future developments.” For more information please contact: About HT & Co (Drinks) LtdHT & Co (Drinks) Ltd was founded in May 1985 under the name Hothi C&C. In July 2007 the company rebranded and opened a brand new state-of-the-art depot in London. The award winning company supplies an extensive range of alcoholic drinks and tobacco, and prides itself on its relationships with suppliers and customers. The company continues to expand and grow into new sectors and territories. About SwordsSwords, from Sanderson, is a comprehensive software solution for delivered wholesale and cash & carry businesses. Swords integrates all areas of the supply chain, balancing the demands of sales, purchasing, stock and cash flow. Sophisticated business intelligence facilities provide powerful management information to aid business decisions, improve efficiency, reduce costs and raise customer service levels. |
News At A GlanceAbout: HT & Co Business: One of London’s leading wholesalers and distributors of drinks and tobacco Challenge: Integrate and support its many businesses, as it continues to expand Solution: Swords Benefits: The solutions will help to increase sales and raise customer service levels across the business |