Blanco America Inc. is a German owned manufacturer and distributor of premium quality sinks and faucets. Located in the Cindel Business Park in Cinnaminson, N.J., Blanco has been recognized as an industry leader in quality and innovation since 1925. With accounts such as Expo Design Center and other premier kitchen suppliers, Blanco has experienced record breaking growth. Since the introduction of Exact Macola software, Blanco has been able to make the technological strides necessary to sustain this rate of growth while minimizing costs.

The Challenge

Prior to implementing Exact Macola software, Blanco operated on a basic MS-DOS system and relied heavily upon outside computer consultants for any type of custom reports or other needs. Their system also lacked the ability to confirm and track orders easily. As the company expanded, the need for a solution which would provide flexibility and functionality became critical to the growth of Blanco.

The Exact Macola Solution

After a lengthy review of several proposed solutions, Blanco America Inc. decided on Exact Macola Progression Series software because of its compatibility, modular structure, and scalability to grow with the company. Through Exact Macola's Flexibility module, Blanco has the ability to create clear and concise reports while taking advantage of a computerized fax order confirmation system. Chuck Burhans, President, states, "Mayer, Shanzer & Mayer helped bring Blanco into the 21st century by creating a system that is both accurate and reliable, as well as flexible in managing the wants, needs, and desires of our customers."

Kelstar International,located in Cinnaminson, N.J. is a manufacturer and distributor of specialty coatings and chemicals providing products to printing companies worldwide. In the past seven years, Kelstar has dramatically increased their sales volume with the help of Exact Macola software. As personnel worked to improve their company, they paid close attention to the benefits of increasing the technological side of business operations.

The Challenge

Kelstar's previous system had inherent deficiencies that needed correcting. One of these was the need to integrate multiple warehouses and sister companies worldwide. With locations in New Jersey, Texas, and Canada, Kelstar needed reliable software that was capable of combining and increasing their enterprise.

The Exact Macola Solution

Armed with a desire to conduct business in a more efficient manner, personnel at Kelstar International selected Exact Macola because of the software's reputation and vast integration capabilities. Through custom reporting, Kelstar has taken full advantage of running company-wide reports. In addition, with the utilization of an automated picking-ticket system, Kelstar has been able to meet the increased demands of their customers. It was cutting edge technology that attracted Kelstar to Exact Macola software and, as a result, benefits have been realized company- wide.