From Manual Logs to Mobility—How Foycom’s Mobile ERP Helped a Construction Supplier Track Inventory in Transit
Overview
A regional construction materials supplier, managing rapid infrastructure growth and multiple warehouses, struggled with the limitations of manual inventory logs. These outdated practices led to frequent stock discrepancies, delayed shipments, and a lack of visibility over inventory in transit between sites and projects. By implementing Foycom’s Mobile ERP, the company moved from paper logs and isolated spreadsheets to a seamless, real-time inventory management solution—gaining unprecedented control and agility in their supply chain.
The Challenges
Manual Tracking Gaps
Paper-based logs and Excel spreadsheets made it difficult to monitor inventory movement, leading to lost materials and unreliable inventory snapshots. .
Transit Blind Spots
Inventory transferred between warehouses and active construction sites was often unaccounted for until arrival, delaying work and affecting billing cycles.
Data Entry Delays
Staff needed to update records at the end of each shift—often introducing errors or missing fast-moving items entirely.
Limited Accessibility
Project managers and foremen lacked mobile access to inventory status, slowing down response to urgent material requests.
The Foycom Mobile ERP Solution
Real-Time Inventory Mobility
● Deployed Foycom Mobile ERP with handheld devices and mobile app access for warehouse teams, truck drivers, and project foremen.
Live Transit Tracking
● Materials in transit were visible in real time on a centralized dashboard, allowing everyone—from procurement to project managers—to track inventory across its journey, not just at fixed locations.
Automated Updates & Notifications
● Automatic stock level adjustments were made the moment items were scanned out or received.
● Alerts and push notifications provided updates on low stock, shipment ETAs, and inbound deliveries in-progress.
Full Integration with Procurement and Billing
● Procurement orders automatically updated inventory in the system, eliminating redundant entry.
● Materials delivered on-site were directly linked to project billing, making invoicing faster and more accurate.
Results & Benefits
100% Visibility of Inventory in Transit
Every asset was tracked from warehouse shelf to jobsite, removing costly “missing item” headaches.
Stock Reconciliation Time Cut by 75%
Manual log audits became obsolete as inventory data updated automatically in real time.
Error Reduction
Automated, mobile system slashed data entry errors and improved trust in inventory reports.
Faster Delivery & Fewer Delays
Materials arrived on-site precisely when needed—optimizing cash flow and reducing costly downtime on projects.