Creative Distribution, a leading B2B video game distributor, has experienced remarkable growth and diversification since its inception in 2003.
The company has expanded into video game publishing, toy manufacturing, and direct-to-consumer offerings. In an exclusive interview with Creative’s Commercial Director, Craig Lewis, we discuss how hosting SAP Business One with Signum Solutions and utilising the Boyum Usability package has been a game changer for the company.
According to Lewis, “The new setup put in place by Signum allows us a lot of flexibility.” This increased flexibility and efficient business processes have enabled Creative Distribution to better respond to clients’ needs and serve customers more effectively.
Lewis also notes, “Signum’s hosted SAP Business One solution takes away all the pain of hosting the application yourself.”
Creative Distribution has come a long way since its early days. With a staff count of 15 in 2003, the company now employs 75 people, thanks to significant growth during the 2008 recession.
To cope with the expansion, the company needed to invest in larger warehousing, additional staff, and better systems. However, their outdated in-house systems were not being actively managed by experts in the field, leading to the decision to migrate to a hosted solution with Signum Solutions.
“Working with Signum has meant we are now using fully up to date solutions and have experts on hand to help us evolve and grow as our business changes,” says Lewis. The migration to Signum Solutions’ hosted platform has provided Creative Distribution with numerous benefits, including remote desktop access, SAP delivered as an app, and cloud-based access. This means users are no longer restricted to accessing the system from pre-configured machines. The platform’s scalability is also set up on a per-user basis, making it easy and cost-effective to add new members of staff.
While there were some initial performance issues stemming from the intense use of SAP and the many customizations carried over from the legacy system, Signum Solutions worked diligently to identify and optimize the system for increased performance levels.
User feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with fewer complaints than before the move to the hosted solution.
SAP Business One and Boyum products are revolutionizing the way businesses operate. With SAP Business One, companies can manage all their business processes in one place, from accounting and finance to inventory and customer relationship management. Boyum products add even more functionality, allowing businesses to customize SAP Business One to meet their specific needs.
According to Lindsay Pointon, MD of Signum Solutions, “SAP Business One and Boyum products are a winning combination for small and medium-sized businesses. The integration between the two solutions allows for greater visibility into operations, improved decision-making, and increased efficiency. It’s a game-changer for companies looking to grow and succeed in today’s competitive market.”
Here are some of the benefits that Creative Distribution has experienced:
Signum Solutions is transforming the way businesses operate with its hosted SAP Business One solution. By taking care of hosting the application, Signum Solutions allows businesses to focus on what they do best: running their business. And with the flexibility and expertise offered by Signum Solutions, businesses can stay up to date and adapt to changing market conditions.
Craig Lewis, commercial director of Creative, commented on the benefits of working with Signum Solutions. “The new setup put in place by Signum allows us a lot of flexibility. We can easily scale up or down as needed to meet the demands of our business. And with Signum’s hosted SAP Business One solution, all the pain of hosting the application ourselves is taken away. It’s been a game-changer for us.”
Lewis also noted that working with Signum Solutions has helped Creative Distribution stay up to date and adaptable. “Working with Signum has meant we are now using fully up to date solutions, and have experts on hand to help us evolve and grow as our business changes. We can focus on what we do best”.
In summary, Creative Distribution’s growth and diversification have been supported by Signum Solutions’ hosted solution, providing increased flexibility, efficient business processes, and the ability to better respond to clients’ needs and serve customers more effectively.
The partnership with Signum Solutions has undoubtedly contributed to Creative Distribution’s continued success in the ever-evolving video game industry.
Boyum Usability package, which is a product of Boyum IT Solutions, has enhanced the user experience of SAP Business One. The package includes features such as drag-and-drop functionality, personalized dashboard, and simplified data entry, making it easier for Creative Distribution’s staff to perform their tasks.
Overall, the combination of SAP Business One with the Boyum Usability package and Signum Solutions’ hosted platform has revolutionized Creative Distribution’s operations and ensured their continued growth and success
With Signum Solutions’ hosted SAP Business One solution, businesses can stay up to date, adaptable, and focused on their core competencies.
Whether you’re a small or medium-sized business looking to streamline your operations, or a larger company seeking greater visibility and efficiency, SAP Business One and Boyum products can help you achieve your goals.
Contact us today to learn more about how these solutions can benefit your business.