Wherever possible, GMGB businesses employ e-trading when dealing with partnering customers. As well as the obvious advantages - speed and reduction of stationery and handling costs - e-commerce has enabled the introduction of efficient new technologies. These include automatic document matching of orders against invoices and deliveries, improved visibility for supply chain transactions and pricing and increased security.
An e-trading portal solution has been installed which allows Grafton brands to electronically exchange key business documents such as orders, invoices, credits, delivery notes and statements with suppliers and customers.
If required electronic systems can be set up to more carefully control stock via job numbers and validity periods.