Scaling Consumer Packaged Goods Businesses
Selecting the Optimal ERP Solution
Scaling your consumer packaged goods (CPG) business is not just about managing growth—it’s about seizing opportunities to drive profitability, increase efficiency, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. As consumer demands shift and supply chain complexities grow, companies must ensure they have the right systems in place to streamline operations, optimize inventory management, and improve financial oversight. Without the right technology foundation, managing growth can become overwhelming, leading to inefficiencies, stock shortages, and missed opportunities.
Integrated ERP Solutions for Modern CPG Businesses
Finance, operations, and technology leaders in the CPG industry need a clear path to navigate these challenges and maximize their company’s potential. By leveraging an integrated, cloud-based ERP solution, you can eliminate data silos, enhance demand forecasting with real-time analytics, and create a scalable foundation that supports your brand’s long-term vision.
ERP: A Game-Changer FOR CPG COMPANIES
The misconception that ERP is only for large enterprises is a thing of the past. Today’s ERP solutions are designed to support businesses of all sizes—offering flexibility, scalability, and affordability to growing CPG companies.
With cloud-based ERP platforms like GROW with SAP, small and mid-sized CPG businesses can leverage the same powerful tools and insights as larger organizations—without the complexity or high costs of traditional systems. Whether you’re managing complex supply chains, optimizing distribution networks, or ensuring compliance with industry regulations, a modern ERP solution gives you the real-time visibility and automation needed to stay agile and competitive.
The charts below illustrate how a cloud-based, right-sized ERP solution optimizes key business functions, from supply chain management and inventory control to demand forecasting and compliance.
Finance
Challenges
Inconsistent financial data due to multiple sources of truth.
Manual processes that increase error rates and slow month-end close.
Limited visibility and siloed reporting tools impede accurate forecasting.
Finance
Opportunities
Consolidate Financial Data
Single source of truth for real-time reporting and analysis.
Automate Financial Processes
Reduce manual tasks and improve efficiency.
Enhanced Decision-Making:
Real-time insights and comprehensive financial reports.
Operations
Challenges
Inefficient processes due to legacy systems, increasing operational costs.
Complex supply chains that complicate procurement, inventory, and logistics management.
Resource allocation challenges causing delays and inefficiencies.
Operations
Opportunities
Streamline Processes:
Automate key operations for efficiency and cost savings.
Gain End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility:
Optimize procurement and logistics.
Optimize Resources:
Align resources with business needs for timely project completion.
Technology
Challenges
Fragmented IT infrastructure with high maintenance costs and poor integration.
Scalability limitations preventing support for business expansion.
Outdated systems that introduce security risks.
Technology
Opportunities
Unify IT Infrastructure:
A single cloud-based ERP solution that integrates seamlessly.
Enable Scalability:
Add new capabilities and expand functionality as your business grows.
Enhanced Security:
Advanced cybersecurity and compliance features.
The Solution: GROW with SAP for Scaling Businesses
GROW with SAP is designed specifically for organizations looking to scale rapidly without sacrificing control and efficiency. GROW with SAP provides a robust public cloud-based ERP platform that integrates financials, supply chain, and business analytics into one unified solution. Take advantage of these benefits with GROW with SAP:
Streamlined Financial Management:
Real-time financial insights and automation tools that reduce the month-end close by up to 50%.
Optimized Operations:
Automate and integrate core business processes to enhance efficiency, reduce duplication, and support agile decision-making.
Scalable Cloud Platform:
Leverage the cloud to add new functionality as needed and ensure a secure, scalable infrastructure that grows with your business.
Why Partner with Navisite?
Navisite, Part of Accenture, is a trusted and certified SAP partner that specializes in serving small to mid-sized CPG companies. With deep expertise in ERP implementations for food and beverage, beauty, personal care, and other CPG brands, we provide tailored solutions that fit your business. We offer:
Proven Methodology:
Efficient implementation frameworks for SaaS and cloud-based ERP solutions that minimize disruption and ensure a smooth transition.
Industry Expertise:
Decades of experience in the CPG sector, delivering ERP solutions that enhance supply chain visibility, streamline financial operations, and optimize inventory management.
End-to-End Support:
From initial consultation and deployment to continuous optimization, we provide a comprehensive service with a deep bench of experts and flexible engagement models.
Ready to Grow with Confidence?
GROW with SAP and Navisite, Part of Accenture, empower CPG companies to scale efficiently, improve profitability, and future-proof their business for sustained success. Ready to take your brand to the next level?