Staying profitable is just as important as driving revenue for small and midsize businesses. Achieving this requires precise cost management, streamlined operations, and the agility to make informed decisions quickly. Increasingly, the solution is comprehensive and future-ready: cloud-based ERP.
Oracle NetSuite’s guide on Improving Profitability with Cloud ERP highlights how cloud ERP solutions are helping businesses across Asia Pacific thrive. In New Zealand, companies like Fabrum, Vetora BOP, and Total Access are already proving that strategic ERP adoption can deliver remarkable financial and operational results.
1. Growing Revenue with Real-Time Data
For any business, growth is great—but profitable growth is better. Cloud ERP enables this by giving decision-makers the real-time visibility and automation they need to make smarter, faster calls on sales strategy, customer engagement, and product performance.
Case in point: Fabrum
Christchurch-based Fabrum designs and manufactures cryogenic systems and green hydrogen technology. When demand spiked for its innovations, the company needed an ERP platform that could scale with it. NetSuite provided Fabrum with a unified view of its business operations, allowing teams to track financials, inventory, and projects in real time. This enabled faster, data-driven decisions as Fabrum expanded into new markets—without losing control over margins.
2. Containing Costs and Protecting Margins
ERP systems don’t just support revenue growth—they also help reduce unnecessary spend. By offering full financial visibility and automating core processes, ERP helps businesses keep a tight grip on budgets, optimise stock levels, and manage overhead.
Case in point: Vetora Bay of Plenty
As a rural veterinary cooperative serving the Bay of Plenty region, Vetora needed to streamline operations while maintaining high-quality service. With NetSuite, the organisation gained end-to-end visibility into inventory, services, and finances. This allowed Vetora to reduce administrative workload, manage stock more efficiently, and reallocate staff time toward customer care and community engagement. The result? A more sustainable and cost-effective model for rural veterinary services.
3. Boosting Efficiency and Productivity
Manual processes and siloed systems slow businesses down. Cloud ERP automates routine tasks and connects all departments—from finance to warehousing—through one central platform. This not only saves time but empowers teams to focus on strategic growth.
Case in point: Total Access
Operating across Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington and Christchurch, Total Access provides access equipment and height training services. Their business relies on tight coordination between operations, finance, and customer service. By implementing NetSuite, Total Access eliminated disconnected systems and spreadsheets. Now, inventory, scheduling, billing, and reporting are all managed in one place—significantly increasing efficiency and reducing errors. This has helped them scale without adding unnecessary overhead.
4. Managing Risk with Confidence
In a fast-changing business environment, risks—from compliance to operational disruptions—can impact the bottom line. Cloud ERP gives companies the visibility and tools they need to stay in control and ensure business continuity.
NetSuite’s integrated platform includes compliance-ready financial reporting, robust audit trails, and secure access controls. These features help businesses like Fabrum and Vetora stay ahead of regulatory requirements while minimising the risk of data loss, stock outages, or reporting errors.
Ready to Improve Profitability in Your Business?
Whether you're a manufacturer, service provider, or distributor, cloud ERP can help you grow smarter, operate leaner, and compete stronger. Businesses across New Zealand are already experiencing the impact—and your business could be next.
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