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Henry Colbeck cut excess inventory and gained control

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We’ve seen major improvements in the way we manage our inventory. EazyStock has made it easier to stay on top of stock levels and has really optimised our entire process. It’s massively improved our business overall, and we’d highly recommend it to any company struggling with inventory challenges.
– Callum Belshaw, Lead Buyer

As the oldest independent supplier to the fish and chip industry in the UK, family-run Henry Colbeck Ltd has proudly served the sector for over 120 years.

Their diverse range of over 1,500 products, including frozen foods, oils, packaging, and cleaning materials, supplies customers from independent fish and chip shops to large fast-food outlets. Henry Colbeck is known for its reliable next-day delivery and exceptional customer service from distribution centres in Gateshead and Coatbridge, making efficient inventory management critical to their success.

Henry Colbeck’s journey

Highlights:

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Challenges

• Outdated purchasing processes causing inefficiencies

• Manual, paper-based stock tracking led to errors and time loss

• Excess stock tying up warehouse space and working capital

• Frequent stockouts, especially during seasonal demand changes

• Limited forecasting capability in Dynamics Business Central

• Needed to future-proof processes with veteran staff retiring
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Solution

• Implemented EazyStock with seamless integration to Microsoft Dynamics BC

• Automated replenishment and order recommendations

• Dedicated onboarding and support from EazyStock’s customer success team

• Improved forecasting with advanced demand algorithms

• Risk of run-out and exception reporting tools for proactive management

• Flexible ordering calendars to align with supplier schedules and demand spikes
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Results

• 10–15% reduction in excess stock, freeing up space and cash

• Significantly improved forecasting accuracy and reduced stockouts

• Hours saved weekly through automated replenishment

• Smoother stock management and fewer manual tasks

• More strategic focus across the purchasing team

• Strong user adoption and confidence with system

• Clear, data-driven reporting replacing informal manual checks
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EazyStock handles our replenishment automatically, saving us hours of manual work. The risk of run-out report helps us track stock levels effectively, so we can prevent stockouts before they occur.
– Ellie Freckleton, Purchasing Assistant

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