Top Wholesale Distribution Industry Insights from 2025
With the new year quickly approaching, we’ve revisited the SAP trends that defined the wholesale distribution industry in 2025. With so much uncertainty constantly surrounding the supply chain, we would like to provide some insights into how SAP can help.
Check out our top wholesale distribution insights from 2025 below.
WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTION INSIGHTS FROM 2025
SAP JIT vs. JIC Inventory for Better Decision-Making
In wholesale distribution, inventory is both an asset and a liability. Too much stock ties up capital, while too little risks lost sales and disappointed customers. That’s why wholesalers are increasingly wrestling with two fundamental strategies: Just-in-Time (JIT) and Just-in-Case (JIC). Each approach has benefits and tradeoffs, and we compare the two in this piece.
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Centralizing Freight Operations with SAP for Supply Chain Efficiency
The client, a leader in office products and business solutions, faced rising freight costs, fragmented logistics systems, and missed delivery timelines that threatened operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. With multiple carriers and shipments across a complex supply chain, the company lacked real-time visibility and standardization in logistics processes. Explore how the client was able to centralize and optimize its freight operations with SAP in this case study.
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7 SAP Digital Supply Chain Best Practices for Wholesale Distributors
SAP’s supply chain solutions offer wholesale distributors an integrated platform to optimize operations and drive innovation. However, adopting a digital supply chain solution can be a significant undertaking. To ensure success, we recommend following the SAP digital supply chain best practices outlined in this post for a seamless transition.
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SAP’s Wholesale Distribution Industry Solutions
Wholesale distributors are under intense pressure to adapt to rapid change. New technologies help companies transform, protect profit margins, and remain competitive. Learn more about SAP’s wholesale distribution software in the industry one-pager.
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What Licensing Do You Need for SAP Transportation Management (TM)?
SAP Transportation Management (TM) is a powerful suite designed to orchestrate and govern every stage of your evolution, with capabilities ranging from transportation planning to freight cost management. However, before you dive headfirst into leveraging its capabilities, a crucial aspect demands careful consideration: licensing. We dive into the key SAP TM licensing components and considerations in this post.
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Benefits of SAP Digital Supply Chain Solutions for Wholesale Distributors
The need for real-time visibility, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and coordination across suppliers, warehouses, and customers has never been greater. SAP’s digital supply chain solutions offer a powerful way to address these challenges. In this article, we break down the benefits of SAP digital supply chain solutions.
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