DDI System
inFORM ERP for specialty wholesale distributors.
- Inform ERP's multi-dimensional price matrix lets sales teams price by customer, contract, volume tier, and margin floor — without manual spreadsheet work.
- Demand forecasting algorithms reduce carrying costs, eliminate dead stock, and increase fill rates across multi-location operations.
- Sales reps manage territory, track contacts, rank customers for growth, and close deals inside the ERP — no separate CRM subscription needed.
What customers actually measure.
Capabilities your team will actually use.
inFORM ERP for specialty wholesale distributors.
Strategic pricing and margin protection
Inform ERP's multi-dimensional price matrix lets sales teams price by customer, contract, volume tier, and margin floor — without manual spreadsheet work.
- Strategic Margin Protection automatically maintains sell prices based on prior-sale profit margin
- Customer rebate tracking with vendor rebated cost load in one system
- Built-in price matrix: import hundreds of products, update list prices, set unlimited scenarios
Advanced inventory forecasting and demand planning
Demand forecasting algorithms reduce carrying costs, eliminate dead stock, and increase fill rates across multi-location operations.
- Forecast algorithms with exception management and intuitive purchasing screens
- Scheduled cycle counting for continuous inventory accuracy
- Multi-location inventory streamlining with variable supply/demand management
Embedded CRM with 360° customer visibility
Sales reps manage territory, track contacts, rank customers for growth, and close deals inside the ERP — no separate CRM subscription needed.
- Calendar with related transactions, contacts, and activity tracking per rep
- Customer ranking and growth opportunity identification with live reporting
- Drag-and-drop delivery truck dispatch for daily route building
Drill-down reporting and paperless workflows
Hundreds of pre-built distribution reporting templates, role-specific dashboards, and electronic document workflows that eliminate end-of-day manual posting.
- Electronic signature capture and automated proof of delivery
- Role-specific KPI dashboards: sales, inventory, and receivables
- Mobile report access from anywhere; automatic report scheduling
How DDI System works in your operation.
Pick a capability to expand. Each one is built to surface the right signal to the right role, in the flow of work.
Strategic pricing and margin protection
Inform ERP's multi-dimensional price matrix lets sales teams price by customer, contract, volume tier, and margin floor — without manual spreadsheet work.
- Strategic Margin Protection automatically maintains sell prices based on prior-sale profit margin
- Customer rebate tracking with vendor rebated cost load in one system
- Built-in price matrix: import hundreds of products, update list prices, set unlimited scenarios
Advanced inventory forecasting and demand planning
Demand forecasting algorithms reduce carrying costs, eliminate dead stock, and increase fill rates across multi-location operations.
- Forecast algorithms with exception management and intuitive purchasing screens
- Scheduled cycle counting for continuous inventory accuracy
- Multi-location inventory streamlining with variable supply/demand management
Embedded CRM with 360° customer visibility
Sales reps manage territory, track contacts, rank customers for growth, and close deals inside the ERP — no separate CRM subscription needed.
- Calendar with related transactions, contacts, and activity tracking per rep
- Customer ranking and growth opportunity identification with live reporting
- Drag-and-drop delivery truck dispatch for daily route building
Drill-down reporting and paperless workflows
Hundreds of pre-built distribution reporting templates, role-specific dashboards, and electronic document workflows that eliminate end-of-day manual posting.
- Electronic signature capture and automated proof of delivery
- Role-specific KPI dashboards: sales, inventory, and receivables
- Mobile report access from anywhere; automatic report scheduling
It's amazing to have all the tools that can be used to help our company grow. We find something new everyday that has helped us with our sales team.
Works with the systems you already run.
DDI System connects to the ERP, data, identity, and shop-floor systems your operation already depends on.
Common questions about DDI System.
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Inform ERP is purpose-built for HVAC, foodservice equipment supply, janitorial/sanitation, hose and accessory, and industrial supply distributors. The workflows reflect the realities of these verticals: multi-branch operations, counter sales, contractor pricing, and high seasonal variability.
Both are Advantive distribution ERPs. DDI System (Inform ERP) is built for HVAC, foodservice equipment, JanSan, and industrial supply — where strategic pricing, demand forecasting, and embedded CRM are the core requirements. Distribution One (ERP-ONE+) is strong for fastener, JanSan, and paper/packaging distributors, particularly where high SKU counts and kitting are central. The Advantive sales team can match your vertical to the right product.
Yes. The price matrix supports customer-specific pricing, volume tiers, and margin-protection rules. Job accounts and contractor-specific pricing are managed within the same price matrix — sales reps can tailor pricing per customer and situation without manual overrides.
Inform ERP connects to both B2B and B2C eCommerce platforms. Connected eCommerce is an optional module that integrates the distributor's online storefront with live ERP inventory, pricing, and order data.
Yes. Inform WMS is a wireless warehouse management module within the DDI System platform. It handles receiving, put-away, cycle counting, container tracking, and workflow automation for label printing and special-order items.
Yes. Mobile solutions are available for field sales order entry and route delivery management, including electronic signature capture and automated proof of delivery from mobile devices.
Advantive provides direct implementation services for all brands. A named implementation lead is assigned at kickoff and stays with the project through go-live. Partner-led implementations are available for select brands when a customer prefers an existing systems integrator.
Advantive ONE extends each brand with cross-system intelligence — surfacing patterns across your ERP, MES, quality, and warehouse data. It runs as a layer on top of your product, not a replacement. Customers on a current support contract are eligible.
Standard support covers software updates, the customer portal (knowledge base + ticketing), and the Advantive support team during business hours in your region. Premium tiers add dedicated customer success, extended SLA coverage, and 24/7 critical-incident response.
Enterprise-ready by default.
DDI System is built on a secure data infrastructure — and certified for the manufacturing and regulated industries that depend on it.
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