B2B Distribution Software
Run Your Entire Distribution Workflow in One System.
From first customer interaction to final invoice, NEX connects CRM, sales orders, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, landed costs, and true margin visibility so every transaction, quantity, and cost stays accurate from start to finish.
CRM & Demand
Sales Orders
Inventory
Purchasing
Fulfillment
Invoicing
TL;DR
NEX connects every step of distribution into a single continuous workflow.
Managing sales, inventory, purchasing, fulfillment, 3PL storage, and customer distribution across disconnected systems creates gaps you can’t see. NEX keeps your data consistent, your processes aligned, and your team operating from one source of truth.
Who it helps: B2B distributors managing customer demand, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoices, commissions, and margin visibility.
What it connects: CRM, sales orders, inventory, purchasing, warehouse fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, landed costs, and 3PL storage costs.
Operational outcome: every step is linked, every team works from the same data, and every transaction flows through one system.
Best fit: distributors that need accurate margins, real inventory visibility, and scalable workflows without manual reconciliation.
Your Reality vs. NEX
Disconnected steps create disconnected data.
Most distributors don’t have an operations problem, they have a workflow and visibility problem. Sales operates separately from inventory, inventory operates separately from purchasing, and fulfillment operates separately from finance.
Today
× CRM, sales, commissions, and operations are disconnected.
× Sales orders do not reflect real inventory availability.
× Purchasing decisions rely on spreadsheets or guesswork.
× Inventory, fulfillment, and invoicing require manual coordination.
× Landed, freight, and warehousing costs are treated as overhead instead of true product cost.
With NEX
✓ Customer demand drives sales, inventory, and purchasing decisions.
✓ Sales orders become the central driver of allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, and invoicing.
✓ Inventory is allocated and updated in real time across orders and warehouses.
✓ Fulfillment and invoicing are directly connected to orders.
✓ Landed costs, storage costs, and every transaction reflect accurate cost and margin.
What Is It?
What is B2B distribution software?
B2B distribution software helps companies manage the movement of goods, orders, customer accounts, inventory data, fulfillment workflows, warehouse activity, returns, and operational reporting across the business.
Do sales orders reflect real inventory availability?
Can purchasing be triggered by actual demand?
Are landed and storage costs tied to inventory value?
Does every sale show true cost and real margin?
Distribution software is more than inventory tracking.
For distributors, the real challenge is connecting the full workflow from customer demand to sales order, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, and true margin reporting.
How it works
NEX uses sales orders as the operational center. Orders drive allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, and margin visibility, while landed costs, freight costs, 3PL storage, and warehouse costs can be tied back to inventory and transactions.
Why it matters for growing distributors
When supplier cost is tracked but freight, warehousing, storage, and fulfillment costs are treated as overhead, products can appear profitable when they are not. NEX ties every cost to the product so margins reflect reality.
Demand & Sales Management
Manage distributor customer accounts, contacts, communication history, sales follow-ups, and account activity.
Sales Order–Driven Operations
Use sales orders as the central transaction that drives inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, and commissions.
Inventory Visibility & Allocation
See available, allocated, and incoming inventory in real time, then allocate stock accurately across multiple orders and warehouses.
Purchasing Based on Demand
Generate purchase orders based on actual demand and inventory needs across suppliers, currencies, and timelines.
Fulfillment & Shipping Execution
Manage picking, packing, shipping, partial deliveries, and traceability from order to delivery.
Sales Performance & Commissions
Track sales performance, commissions, and customer activity within the operational workflow tied to real orders, revenue, and margins.
True Landed Cost Tracking
Add freight, customs, duties, and forwarder costs to shipments so inventory reflects true product cost before you sell.
3PL & Warehousing Costing
Apply storage and handling costs to inventory on an ongoing basis instead of treating them as disconnected expenses.
Allocation
Commissions
Best Fit Use Cases
Built for distributors that need visibility
from demand to fulfillment.
01
Sales Order–Driven Distributors
Best for teams that want sales orders to drive inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, and margin visibility.
02
Importers and Container-Based Operations
Useful for distributors managing container purchases, multi-currency buying, landed costs, forwarders, 3PL storage, and pallet-level fulfillment.
03
Multi-Warehouse and 3PL Distribution
Strong fit for companies that need available, allocated, and incoming inventory visibility across multiple warehouses and fulfillment partners.
04
Distributors Replacing Spreadsheets
Ideal for teams moving beyond manual purchasing, inventory allocation, cost tracking, commissions, and order fulfillment coordination.
Compare Options
NEX vs. spreadsheets vs. traditional ERP for B2B distribution.
NEX gives growing distributors a practical middle path between
manual tracking and rigid enterprise systems.
| Capability | Spreadsheets | Traditional ERP | NEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demand & Sales Management |
CRM, sales, and operations are disconnected | Available but often rigid | Leads, opportunities, demand, customers, and confirmed orders stay connected |
| Order-Driven Operations | Orders do not reflect real availability | Strong but complex | Sales orders drive allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, and commissions |
| Inventory Allocation | Manual and error-prone | Often requires larger setup | Available, allocated, and incoming inventory are visible in real time |
| Purchasing | Based on spreadsheets or guesswork | Complex planning workflows | Purchase orders are generated from actual demand and inventory needs |
| Landed Cost & 3PL Costing |
Costs are treated as overhead | May require customization | Freight, duties, forwarder, storage, and handling costs are tied to inventory value |
| Margin Visibility | Margins are unclear | Available but often difficult to access | Every transaction reflects accurate cost and real margin |
| Best Fit | Very small teams | Large enterprises | Growing distributors that need complete workflow visibility without unnecessary complexity |
Implementation Process
How NEX turns disconnected distributor workflows into one operating system.
Discovery & Workflow Mapping
Map CRM, demand, sales orders, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, landed costs, and reporting workflows.
Module Planning
Prioritize the modules needed first, such as CRM, order management, inventory, purchasing, warehouse, invoicing, commissions, or landed cost workflows.
System Configuration
Configure order-driven workflows, allocation rules, purchasing triggers, warehouse processes, cost tracking, permissions, and dashboards.
Data Setup
Prepare customer records, product data, inventory, suppliers, open orders, purchasing data, cost records, and operational history.
Training & Rollout
Train sales, operations, warehouse, purchasing, finance, and leadership teams around the same connected workflow.
Optimization
Refine dashboards, automation, allocation workflows, purchasing rules, fulfillment steps, and margin reporting as the business scales.
Expert Insight
Most distributors do not have an operations problem. They have a visibility problem.
When sales, inventory, purchasing, fulfillment, finance, landed costs, and warehouse costs are disconnected, decisions are made on incomplete information. NEX connects every step so product margins reflect reality.
NEX Operations Team
Enterprise Workflow & Business Systems
Measurable Outcomes
Complete visibility across your
operations, margins, and workflow.
Linked
Every Step
CRM, sales orders, inventory, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, and commissions flow through one system.
Aligned
Every Team
Sales, inventory, purchasing, warehouse, finance, and leadership work from the same operational data.
Accurate
Every Transaction
Every order reflects accurate quantities, costs, allocations, invoices, commissions, and margins.
Visible
True Product Cost
Freight, customs, duties, forwarder, storage, and handling costs can be tied directly to inventory value.
Scalable
Smaller Orders
Support growth from container purchasing to pallet distribution and more frequent customer fulfillment.
Reduced
Manual Reconciliation
Eliminate re-entry, spreadsheet reconciliation, status chasing, and disconnected data handoffs.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for distributors evaluating NEX for sales order workflows, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, landed costs, commissions, and margin visibility.
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What is B2B distribution software?
B2B distribution software helps distributors manage demand, sales orders, inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, landed costs, warehouse costs, customer records, and reporting in one connected workflow.
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How does NEX help distributors reduce spreadsheet work?
NEX connects CRM, sales orders, inventory, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, and cost visibility so teams do not have to manually reconcile disconnected spreadsheets and systems.
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Can NEX make sales orders the center of operations?
Yes. NEX is designed so sales orders can drive inventory allocation, purchasing, fulfillment, invoicing, commissions, and margin visibility.
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Does NEX support landed cost tracking?
Yes. NEX can help add freight, customs, duties, and forwarder costs to shipments so inventory reflects true product cost before the sale.
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Can NEX help with 3PL and warehousing costs?
Yes. NEX can support ongoing storage and handling costs so they are connected to inventory instead of treated only as disconnected expenses.
Trusted by 500+ Businesses
From manufacturers to service providers, NEX supports growing companies across
North America with the tools they need to run smarter, faster, and more connected.
We're very happy with our switch to NEX. The system is incredibly adaptable and fits seamlessly into our company's processes. Sophie and the NEX team are always quick to respond and provide support with any issues or adjustments we need. The automated reminders have been a game changer! They've helped increase traffic and save us valuable time. Overall, it's been a great experience and I highly recommend making the switch!
Overhead Material Handling IL., Inc
We had the pleasure of working closely with NEX during the implementation of their ERP solution for our business. Their professionalism, commitment to excellence, and willingness to go the extra mile were evident throughout the process. NEX's insights and support were invaluable, allowing us to streamline operations and achieve significant efficiencies. Our partnership with NEX has been outstanding, and we highly recommend their services to organizations seeking a reliable ERP solution.
Accounting & Finance, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd.
NEX was the first of many companies that we approached that finally understood our requirements and provide an end-to-end "out of the box" solution for our export business. They streamlined and automated our complex processes, from first customer touchpoint to getting the shipment delivered including all export documentation, eliminating hours of data re-entry and costly mistakes. The implementation and post sales support to get us trained and going was fantastic. We highly recommend NEX.
President, Broonson International
We're very happy with our switch to NEX. The system is incredibly adaptable and fits seamlessly into our company's processes. Sophie and the NEX team are always quick to respond and provide support with any issues or adjustments we need. The automated reminders have been a game changer! They've helped increase traffic and save us valuable time. Overall, it's been a great experience and I highly recommend making the switch!
Overhead Material Handling IL., Inc
We had the pleasure of working closely with NEX during the implementation of their ERP solution for our business. Their professionalism, commitment to excellence, and willingness to go the extra mile were evident throughout the process. NEX's insights and support were invaluable, allowing us to streamline operations and achieve significant efficiencies. Our partnership with NEX has been outstanding, and we highly recommend their services to organizations seeking a reliable ERP solution.
Accounting & Finance, First Atlantic Commerce Ltd.
NEX was the first of many companies that we approached that finally understood our requirements and provide an end-to-end "out of the box" solution for our export business. They streamlined and automated our complex processes, from first customer touchpoint to getting the shipment delivered including all export documentation, eliminating hours of data re-entry and costly mistakes. The implementation and post sales support to get us trained and going was fantastic. We highly recommend NEX.
President, Broonson International
