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How BisTrack Addresses Industry Needs 

Hardwood lumber businesses operate in a complex environment where every decision affects profitability and service quality. Fluctuating market prices and customer-specific requirements add pressure to make informed, timely choices, especially when navigating challenges like:

  • Managing inventory across varied species, grades, and dimensions
  • Tracking custom milling and remanufacturing processes
  • Coordinating deliveries across multiple branches

BisTrack is designed to meet these demands with tools that simplify inventory control, support custom production, and provide real-time insights to help teams operate smarter and grow stronger.

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BisTrack’s cloud-first approach, advanced browser capabilities, and 99% customer retention rate demonstrate our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional value for our users.

Secure Cloud Hosting

BisTrack in the Cloud offers the same user experience as BisTrack but with your data on Microsoft Azure, a leading cloud platform. Cloud hosting enhances data security, reduces IT costs, improves disaster recovery, and provides top-notch support, all while eliminating the hassles of managing on-premises servers.
Browser-Based Accessibility

BisTrack Web is BisTrack's new browser-based interface. It allows easy access to BisTrack from any computer or tablet with an internet connection. BisTrack Web's enhanced accessibility, optimized user interface, and additional functionality make it easier than ever to update critical information, streamline your operations, and improve efficiency.
Developed by Industry Experts

Unlike generic solutions, BisTrack is specifically designed for the building supply industry. Developed by experts and supported by a strong team, it provides a comprehensive solution for your operations. Our users consistently find immense value, reflected in our outstanding 99% retention rate.

Benefits

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Manage Complex Inventory & Milling Workflows

  • Track lumber by species, grade, and dimension using flexible SKU structures
  • Support custom milling and remanufacturing with built-in production tools
  • Improve inventory accuracy with mobile receiving and picking
  • Enable seamless conversions across board feet, bundles, and packs

Coordinate Multi-Branch Dispatch

  • Track deliveries in real time with GPS-enabled fleet visibility
  • Capture proof of delivery using mobile tools for jobsite confirmation
  • Optimize dispatch across branches to reduce delays and improve resource use
  • Meet tight timelines with scheduling tools tailored to contractor needs

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Tack of lumber in lumberyard

Enforce Pricing Discipline

  • Apply negotiated pricing with rule-based controls for contractor accounts
  • Monitor margins in real time to prevent over-discounting
  • Track rebates automatically to reflect expected returns in margin calculations
  • Improve pricing consistency across branches and sales channels

Make Smarter, Faster Decisions

  • Access performance metrics instantly with Smart Views and dashboards
  • Identify growth opportunities through margin and sales tracking
  • Understand customer behavior to inform sales and marketing strategies
  • Compare branch performance to guide resource allocation and planning

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Key Capabilities

Production Order Management

Support custom milling, remanufacturing, and transfers with built-in production tools tailored to hardwood workflows. This capability complements BisTrack’s Order Management Tools used by inside and outside sales teams.
Flexible Units of Measure (UOM)

Buy, stock, and sell hardwood by board foot, bundle, or pack with seamless conversions for reporting and invoicing. This flexibility supports varied contractor needs and simplifies billing, especially when paired with Mobile Warehouse Applications for real-time inventory handling.
SKU and Lot Management

Organize inventory by species, grade, and dimension with traceability and mobile warehouse tools for accurate picking. This is part of BisTrack’s Mobile Warehouse Applications suite, helping eliminate manual errors and improve warehouse efficiency.
Delivery Dispatch & Mobile Delivery

Coordinate deliveries across branches with GPS tracking, mobile proof-of-delivery, and route optimization. Powered by BisTrack Journey Planner, this capability helps hardwood suppliers meet tight jobsite timelines and reduce delivery errors.
Pricing and Discounting Controls

Set pricing rules and monitor margins in real time to prevent over-discounting and improve accountability. These controls support Outside Sales Management by enabling contractor-specific pricing and margin discipline.
Multi-Branch and Multi-Entity Reporting

Consolidate financials and inventory across locations for better visibility and faster decision-making. This is part of BisTrack’s Business Intelligence and Analysis suite, helping teams monitor performance and uncover trends.

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