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Cedicom Group Finds the Best Digital Solution with Azkatech

Cedicom Group: A Leading Distributor & Retailer

Cedicom Group is a diversified conglomerate with a strong presence in retail, distribution, and franchising across multiple industries. With a portfolio of 38 companies, Cedicom has established itself as a premium distributor and wholesaler for globally recognized brands.

Operating in Lebanon, Angola, and Gabon, the group brings trusted international brands to local markets in sectors such as Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), electronics, food & beverage, and fashion.

Key Business Divisions:

Cedicom Group – FMCG Distribution

Premium distributor and wholesaler of globally trusted FMCG brands:

Cedicom Electro-Manager – Electronics & Home Appliances

Distributor of premium brands of electronics, home appliances, and furniture:

RestoGroup – Food & Beverage

A rapidly growing F&B company bringing international brands and dining concepts to the African and Middle Eastern markets:

Mooda Fashion – Fashion Retail

A leader in retail fashion, franchising globally recognized brands:

Company Overview:

  • Locations: Lebanon, Angola, Gabon

  • Industry: Retail, Wholesale, Distribution, Franchising

  • Sectors: FMCG, Fashion, Electronics, Food & Beverage

  • Employees: 1,000+

  • System Languages: English & French

 


 

 

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Business Situation

Cedicom Group faced several operational challenges due to reliance on Excel and Sage for HR, accounting, and inventory management. 

As the company expanded across 38 subsidiaries and multiple industries, its existing systems lacked the scalability, efficiency, and real-time insights needed for optimal performance.

Key Challenges Faced:

  • Decentralized & Fragmented Operations
    Each department worked independently with disconnected tools, leading to redundant work, data inconsistencies, and inefficient communication.

  • Manual Data Entry & Limited Insights
    Reliance on spreadsheets created inefficiencies, human errors, and delayed reporting. Management lacked real-time visibility across locations.

  • Inefficient Inventory & Procurement Processes
    Tracking stock movements and automating purchasing was difficult, leading to delays, overstocking, and missed sales opportunities.

  • Scaling Challenges
    As Cedicom & Mooda expanded, their existing tools could not support multi-company, multi-location, and multi-language operations.

  • Lack of Centralized Financial Management
    The finance team struggled with tracking transactions, managing payroll, and consolidating financial reports, slowing down decision-making.

  • Retail & POS Inefficiencies
    With multiple brands across FMCG, fashion, and F&B, managing transactions, pricing, promotions, and inventory in a unified system became essential.

 


 

Solution: Why Azkatech & Odoo?

Cedicom & Mooda selected Azkatech, a leading Odoo ERP implementation partner, to streamline their business processes. 

Azkatech’s industry expertise and deep understanding of multi-entity businesses made them the ideal partner for this transformation.

Key Reasons for Choosing Azkatech & Odoo:

  • Proven ERP Implementation Expertise
    Azkatech had a successful track record in implementing Odoo for large-scale, multi-location businesses, ensuring a tailored and seamless integration.

  • End-to-End Business Process Automation
    Odoo’s integrated system enables Cedicom to replace manual processes with automated workflows, eliminating redundancies and improving efficiency.

  • Scalability for Future Growth
    Odoo’s modular approach allows Cedicom to start with critical modules and scale gradually, ensuring a future-proof system.

  • User-Friendly & Multi-Language Support
    With operations in English and French, Odoo provides an intuitive and multi-language platform, reducing employee resistance to change.

  • Real-Time Business Insights & Decision-Making
    With Odoo, Cedicom’s leadership gains real-time visibility across inventory, financials, sales, and retail performance, improving strategic decision-making.

 


 

Implementation Approach & Odoo Modules 

  1. POS (Point of Sale) – Enhancing Retail Operations

  • Why? Cedicom needed a unified system to manage sales transactions across its FMCG, fashion, and food & beverage divisions.

  • Solution: Odoo POS allows seamless transaction processing, integration with inventory, and real-time sales tracking.

  1. Purchasing & Inventory – Optimizing Stock Management

  • Why? Inefficiencies in inventory tracking led to overstocking, shortages, and delays in order fulfillment.

  • Solution: Odoo automates stock tracking, synchronized warehouses across countries, and streamlined supplier management, ensuring optimal stock levels.

  1. Sales – Improving Order & Customer Management

  • Why? Sales teams struggled with manual order processing, leading to delays and customer dissatisfaction.

  • Solution: Odoo centralizes customer data, enables quick order processing, and improves customer relationship management.

  1. Fleet Management – Optimizing Logistics & Delivery

  • Why? Cedicom’s supply chain relied on an extensive fleet of delivery vehicles, requiring efficient tracking and fuel management.

  • Solution: Odoo’s Fleet module provides real-time monitoring, improving vehicle utilization and reducing transportation costs.

  1. Accounting – Centralized Financial Control & Compliance

  • Why? Managing financial transactions, payroll, expenses, and multi-entity accounting across three countries was complex.

  • Solution: Odoo automated bookkeeping, invoice tracking, payroll management, and financial consolidation, improving accuracy and compliance.

  1. HR & Payroll – Streamlining Workforce Management

  • Why? With 1,000+ employees across multiple countries, Cedicom needed an efficient payroll and HR system.

  • Solution: Odoo automated payroll calculations, employee attendance tracking, and performance management, reducing administrative workload.

 


 

Expected Results: Business Impact & Transformation

  • 40% Increase in Operational Efficiency
    Automated workflows reduce manual work, improve coordination, and accelerate processes.

  • 20% Reduction in Inventory Costs
    Optimized procurement and better stock visibility prevent overstocking and wastage.

  • 30% Faster Financial Closing & Reporting
    Automated accounting processes allowed real-time tracking of financial data, reducing delays.

  • Improved Supply Chain & Logistics Efficiency
    Fleet tracking reduces transportation costs and improves order fulfillment rates.

  • Higher Employee Productivity & Satisfaction
    HR automation reduces administrative burdens, allowing HR teams to focus on employee engagement.

  • Scalability for Growth
    Odoo’s modular design ensures Cedicom & Mooda could expand seamlessly, supporting new business units and locations.

 


 

Conclusion: A Future-Ready Business with Odoo & Azkatech

By partnering with Azkatech, Cedicom & Mooda are successfully transforming their business operations with Odoo ERP. The new system will provide:

 

  • A unified, scalable platform for multi-industry, multi-location operations.

  • Automation that improves efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances decision-making.

  • A seamless user experience for employees, accelerating system adoption.

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