Case Study: Carolina Pad achieves global operational efficiency with Aptean Distribution ERP

Efficiency is Always in Fashion at Carolina Pad

Carolina Pad, a fashion-forward supplier of school and office supplies, needed to replace a poorly performing green-screen AS/400 system as it shifted to a global sourcing model across Asia and North Carolina. The company wanted a user-friendly, integrated platform with industry-specific functionality to improve efficiency, data sharing, and visibility across its international operations, and chose Aptean Distribution ERP, then known as Apprise ERP.

Aptean Distribution ERP implemented a fully integrated system with features for importing, purchasing, inventory, allocation, drop shipment, and multi-currency support, plus local Asia-based support through Apprise Care Asia. The solution improved communication between U.S. and Asia teams, enabled easier tracking of purchase orders and inventory, reduced shipping costs through better container consolidation, and cut month-end book closing from hours to about 10 minutes, while also strengthening global support and operational efficiency.

Carolina Pad

John Sanchez

Chief Financial Officer