Inventory Accuracy Across Channels: Real-Time Sync Between ERPs and 3PLs
- Aditya Prakash
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Introduction
In today’s fast-paced commerce landscape, managing inventory across multiple channels is a constant balancing act. Businesses must synchronize stock across eCommerce storefronts, ERPs, warehouses, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners. Without real-time visibility, even small delays or inaccuracies can lead to costly issues like stockouts, overstocks, or fulfillment bottlenecks.
This is where Celigo delivers transformative value - automating data synchronization between ERPs and 3PLs while enabling warehouse logic, transfer orders, and cross-location visibility.
Use Case / Problem:
Supply Chain Data Fragmentation
Inventory data scattered across disconnected systems and channels.
Results in duplicate records, mismatched stock levels, and reconciliation delays.
Stockouts and Their Effects
Empty shelves and out-of-stock items erode customer trust.
Direct revenue loss due to missed sales opportunities.
Overstocking and Its Effects
Excess inventory ties up working capital and increases storage costs.
Risk of markdowns or obsolescence.
Tough Warehouse Management
Managing multiple warehouses or 3PLs adds operational complexity.
Lack of real-time data leads to misallocated resources.
Increased Supply Chain Costs
Inefficiencies across logistics, transfers, and replenishment drive up costs.
Manual processes add avoidable labor expenses.
Lack of Uniform Omnichannel Customer Experience
Inconsistent product availability and shipping promises across channels.
Results in lost customers and poor brand loyalty.
Solution Approach:
Celigo’s iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) helps unify ERP, eCommerce, and 3PL data flows with automation and pre-built connectors. The solution ensures:
Order-to-Inventory Alignment: Orders automatically sync with ERP and 3PL in real time.
Transfer Orders & Warehouse Logic: Rules-based routing ensures the right warehouse fulfills the order.
Cross-Location Visibility: Unified view of stock across all warehouses and 3PLs.
Automated Replenishment: Alerts and flows trigger when safety stock thresholds are met.
Accurate Accounting Impact: Inventory transactions sync with ERP financials instantly.
Key Benefits and Results:
Improved Accuracy: Real-time updates eliminate data mismatches across channels.
Reduced Stockouts & Overstocking: Balanced inventory leads to optimized availability and reduced carrying costs.
Streamlined Warehouse Operations: Automated transfer orders and warehouse logic reduce manual intervention.
Consistent Omnichannel Experience: Uniform stock visibility across all channels improves customer satisfaction.
Scalability for Growth: Automation supports expansion to new channels, warehouses, and geographies.
Conclusion & Call-to-Action:
Real-time inventory synchronization is no longer optional—it’s a competitive necessity. By integrating ERP and 3PL systems through Celigo, businesses gain accurate, unified inventory control, reduce operational costs, and deliver a seamless omnichannel experience.
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