2026

Many businesses struggle with invoice delivery because processes lack effective invoice automation and instead rely on manual steps, disconnected systems or inconsistent formats. Delays happen easily so finance teams often find themselves discovering problems only when payments are late which leads to chasing customers in an inefficient way that is inconvenient to both parties. How […]

The electrical industry has always been rooted in face-to-face interactions: conversations at the trade counter, trusted reps on the phone, and the kind of familiarity that only comes from years of working together. But the latest EDA survey shows a shift that even the most traditional businesses can’t ignore. When asked how they expect digital

Supply chain planning has become a defining capability for many organisations to stay competitive within their industries. Businesses are forced to respond even faster than ever. In particular, disconnected supplier systems with a lack of visibility can be frustrating for purchasing teams and procurement managers because of all the delays that it can lead to.

Digitalisation in the electrical industry has been a talking point for years, but the latest EDA survey shows just how quickly expectations are shifting: Nearly 70% of wholesalers now believe that online business volumes will double or more than double within the next five years. That’s a huge signal for an industry traditionally built on

The Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA) has released its Digitalisation Survey 2026, offering one of the most detailed snapshots yet of how digital adoption is progressing across the UK electrotechnical supply chain. B2BE was delighted to sponsor this year’s survey and while the report covers a wide range of topics, from sustainability to AI, the findings

Purchase order importance often becomes clear when something goes wrong. A delayed shipment, a pricing dispute, or a missing invoice can all trace back to unclear orders. Strong purchase order processes create structure, because they define what was agreed, when it was needed, and how it should be delivered. Purchase order importance goes beyond paperwork.