Frappe Technologies

Africa

CIIRA Agrovet
AGRO distribution company transforms operations with ERPNext

About

CIIRA Agrovet

CIIRA Agrovet is a leading distributor and certified stockist of agro-inputs driving last-mile distribution through our interconnected network of wholesalers & retailers.

  • Location: Kenya
  • 100+ Suppliers, 9000+ SKUs, 400+Customers, 10,000+ Walk-Ins
  • 4 branches
  • www.ciira-agrovet.com

Apps implemented

ERPNext
Frappe HR

Industry

Goods Trading

Help people to use our tools

We believe our tools like ERPNext can help organizations reduce waste and complexity. Frappe + ERPNext has the potential to be a “full stack” replacement for not only ERP (SAP/Oracle) but also the entire enterprise stack (Java/.NET). With this scope, we should help organizations by providing products and services to help them manage their technology platforms.

Why ERPNext over SAP B1 / Oracle

100% FOSS

Customizable

Future-ready

Challenges

The company struggled with inefficiencies in tracking sales, managing inventory, and understanding customer purchasing patterns across its three branches. The need for a robust, tailored ERP solution became evident as these challenges hindered the company's operational efficiency and growth. Plus there were issues with Data migration, user adoption, and changement.

Benefits

After extensive research, including exploring local implementers via LinkedIn and YouTube, they engaged Navari, an ERPNext implementation partner. Navari invested time in understanding the unique needs and operations, including the diverse activities across their headquarters and satellite branches. This deep understanding enabled Navari to deliver a customized ERPNext solution tailored to their specific business processes.


The ERPNext implementation process spanned several months, with Navari taking a methodical approach to ensure the system was adapted to their needs. The implementation focused on key areas such as:

  • Inventory Management: With over 8,000 SKUs, keeping track of inventory across multiple locations was a major challenge. ERPNext provided them with a comprehensive solution for inventory management, enabling real-time tracking of inventory movement across all branches.
  • Sales and Customer Management: The new system significantly improved their ability to track sales activities and customer purchasing patterns, even considering seasonal fluctuations. This level of insight allowed Shirag to optimize sales strategies and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • User Experience: ERPNext’s user-friendly interface was a crucial factor in its success. The system was designed to be easily understood and used by staff with varying levels of education, ensuring smooth adoption across the organization.

Impact

Successful on-time ERPNext go-live

Increased sales order to cash

Increased inventory turnover

  • Over 90% of customer retention 
  • Long-term distribution contract
  • Gradual increase in revenue growth 
  • Realized profits 
  • Improved quality of life for founding matriarch


CIIRA Agrovet looks forward to a long-term partnership with Navari as they continue to refine their processes and enhance their business operations. With ERPNext’s limitless potential, Shirag is poised to achieve even greater efficiency and success in the years to come.

ERPNext has transformed our business by improving our sales tracking and inventory management across multiple branches. The user-friendly interface and tailored support from Navari have made a significant impact on our operations.
Antony Githinji

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Director and General Manager, CIIRA Agrovet

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