ERP leaders acquire logistics experts for supply chain enhancements

KCS acquires Vigo Software, enhancing supply chain efficiency with integrated warehouse and transport management solutions across the UK.

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS), the global provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and business management software provider for distribution, servicing and rental businesses, has completed the acquisition of Vigo Software.

Vigo designs, builds and hosts Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS) for its customers across the UK and Ireland. Vigo’s solutions help businesses reduce transport costs through efficient loading, plan delivery routes, meet transportation deadlines and enhance customer experience through transparent on time delivery.

With the combined Vigo-KCS solution, customers can expect to see improved stock visibility and logistics data alongside operational efficiencies and enhanced client service and communication. Vigo also offers real-time driver mobile applications with functionality such as route scheduling and electronic proof of delivery, which complements KCS’ growing suite of logistics and field service solutions.

‘I am delighted to announce our joining forces with KCS. Our combination represents an opportunity to provide greater value to our customers in terms of accelerating the pace at which we bring innovation and supply chain efficiency-enhancing technology to our customers. For our team, this represents an exciting opportunity to grow together with the larger global organisation, KCS.’ John Vickers, Managing Director of Vigo

Ian Bendelow, CEO of KCS, said, “We are excited to welcome Vigo Software to KCS. This acquisition represents a significant milestone in our journey to empower businesses to achieve significant improvements in the stocking and shipping of goods to their customers. With this acquisition, we underscore KCS’ commitment to innovation, best-in-class industry-specific functionality, and providing globally market-leading solutions to the logistics market.”

About Vigo

Vigo offers an integrated suite of logistics software. This suite encompasses Manage (a Transport Management System and Warehouse Management System), Pulse Client Portal (a complete platform that streamlines order processing and tracking and provides real-time ETA notifications), and Motion Mobile Workforce (Mobile Workforce Applications).

About KCS

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is a market-leading vertically focused cloud ERP and business management software provider with over 34,000 customers worldwide.  KCS’s industry-specific cloud software suites support complex, vertical-specific workflows and provide mission-critical solutions that enable its clients to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively. KCS has offices in the UK, Europe, the USA, Africa, the Nordic countries and Australia. KCS serves customers in 76 countries and has 1,300 staff worldwide.