How Silver Spirit AG Automated Distributor Networks and Multi-Site Inventory with Business Central
At-a-Glance
Silver Spirit AG — prominent Swiss beverage and fine spirits enterprise managing international distribution networks across European and global hospitality markets.
CHALLENGE:
Managing financial accounting and settlement across large distributor networks was manual and error-prone. Multi-location inventory blind spots caused stock imbalances, while fragmented sales and purchase data stalled strategic decisions.
SOLUTION:
Intelegain deployed Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to automate end-to-end accounting, billing, and settlement, introducing real-time multi-site inventory tracking, centralized distributor order processing, and consolidated analytics.
RESULTS:
Automated distributor settlements, eliminated inventory imbalances across storage facilities, centralized order management into a single interface, and unlocked instant visibility across sales and return flows.
The Challenge: Distributor Settlement Friction and Inventory Blind Spots
Silver Spirit AG crafts and distributes premium spirits, fine wines, and beverage collections to hospitality distributors, duty-free retailers, and luxury venues across Switzerland and Europe.
However, managing distribution through independent regional partners had become an operational quagmire. Accounting teams spent weeks manually calculating distributor commission settlements, promotional rebates, and multi-currency billing adjustments using disconnected spreadsheets.
Compounding this challenge, Silver Spirit stored inventory across multiple bonded warehouses and regional logistics depots. Without centralized inventory visibility, some facilities suffered stockouts of flagship spirits during peak festive periods, while other warehouses sat with excess, aged stock. Fragmented reporting made it impossible to forecast demand accurately.
Manual, error-prone financial management and commission settlements across large distributor networks.
Multi-location inventory visibility issues leading to frequent regional stockouts and costly over-stocking.
Fragmented sales, purchase, and warehouse data stalling commercial growth and distributor negotiations.
Lack of a centralized portal or interface for distributor order processing and return flow management.
Why Intelegain Was Chosen
Silver Spirit AG selected Intelegain due to our proven track record in beverage distribution ERP implementations, European multi-currency expertise, and mastery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Implementation: The Intelegain Approach
The distribution ERP transformation was delivered across three high-impact milestones:
Phase 1: Operational Discovery & Multi-Warehouse Architecture
Intelegain audited Silver Spirit’s distributor contracts, consignment terms, and warehouse logistics. We designed a standardized Business Central data model supporting multi-currency pricing, excise tax handling, and multi-depot stock allocation.
Phase 2: Business Central Core Configuration & Distributor Order Hub
We configured core modules across Sales, Purchasing, Warehouse Management, and General Ledger. Automated workflows handle distributor order intake, warehouse picking, dispatch confirmations, and automated settlement invoicing.
Phase 3: Multi-Site Inventory Sync & Consolidated Analytics Go-Live
We activated real-time stock synchronization across Swiss and European warehouse depots. Executive dashboards were launched, providing real-time visibility into sales margins, inventory days-on-hand, and return flows.
Measurable Results & Business Impact
Automation of end-to-end distributor billing, commissions, and settlements
Multi-site inventory visibility across Swiss and European bonded warehouses
Reduction in warehouse holding costs through balanced inventory distribution
Centralized interface managing orders, dispatches, and return flows
The Business Central platform gave Silver Spirit AG total operational control over its international beverage distribution. Distributor settlements and commission reconciliations occur automatically with zero calculation disputes. Multi-site inventory tracking ensures every warehouse maintains optimal stock levels, while consolidated analytics provide leadership with real-time insight into international market demand.
Project Details
Silver Spirit AG
Switzerland
Wholesale & Distribution
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
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