Spotlights

SPOTLIGHT

AI for Distributors

Cerulean helps distributors automate key operational workflows—reducing errors, accelerating order fulfillment, and freeing teams for higher-value work.

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Where Does AI Deliver Value for Distributors?

Proven use cases

Emerging use cases

Purchase order entry

Supplier communications (order confirmations, changes)

Invoice processing and matching

Contract review

Demand forecasting

Warranty and customer service management

Shipment scheduling

Emerging use cases

Image generation for office furnishing

Building Information Models

CAD generation

AI’s Impact: By the Numbers

Transformative outcomes—measured in speed, accuracy, and ROI—are within reach for distributors.

ROI from replacing manual processes with AI automation.

10X+

ROI from replacing manual processes with AI automation.

10X+

ROI from replacing manual processes with AI automation.

10X+

Increase in operational speed from streamlined quoting and order workflows.

100x

Increase in operational speed from streamlined quoting and order workflows.

100x

Increase in operational speed from streamlined quoting and order workflows.

100x

Hours of manual work eliminated each year.

10,000+

Hours of manual work eliminated each year.

10,000+

Hours of manual work eliminated each year.

10,000+

See AI in Action

Purchase Order Entry

Supplier Communications

Invoice Processing

Purchase Order Entry

Under the hood

Upload purchase orders in multiple formats (PDF, Excel, email)

Extract data using a purpose-trained AI model

Push directly into ERP or inventory system

Process orders up to 100X faster than manual entry

Purchase Order Entry

Under the hood

Upload purchase orders in multiple formats (PDF, Excel, email)

Extract data using a purpose-trained AI model

Push directly into ERP or inventory system

Process orders up to 100X faster than manual entry

Purchase Order Entry

Under the hood

Upload purchase orders in multiple formats (PDF, Excel, email)

Extract data using a purpose-trained AI model

Push directly into ERP or inventory system

Process orders up to 100X faster than manual entry

Supplier Communications

Under the hood

Read and interpret supplier acknowledgements and order change notices

Flag mismatches in quantities, prices, or delivery date

Automatically update ERP with confirmed details

Notify purchasing teams only when intervention is required

Supplier Communications

Under the hood

Read and interpret supplier acknowledgements and order change notices

Flag mismatches in quantities, prices, or delivery date

Automatically update ERP with confirmed details

Notify purchasing teams only when intervention is required

Supplier Communications

Under the hood

Read and interpret supplier acknowledgements and order change notices

Flag mismatches in quantities, prices, or delivery date

Automatically update ERP with confirmed details

Notify purchasing teams only when intervention is required

Invoice Processing

Under the hood

Capture invoice data from multiple formats

Match against purchase orders and receiving records

Flag discrepancies for review

Post approved invoices directly to accounting system

Invoice Processing

Under the hood

Capture invoice data from multiple formats

Match against purchase orders and receiving records

Flag discrepancies for review

Post approved invoices directly to accounting system

Invoice Processing

Under the hood

Capture invoice data from multiple formats

Match against purchase orders and receiving records

Flag discrepancies for review

Post approved invoices directly to accounting system

What Distributors Get

Distributors excel at high volume service—but few have the time or expertise to apply AI effectively. Cerulean delivers industry-specific AI solutions that fit your workflows, remove bottlenecks, and drive measurable results.

01 Tailored AI Solutions

Automations built for the unique workflows of distributors.

02 Intuitive, Easy-to-Use Digital Tools

Simple, fast, and built to deliver value from day one.

03 White Glove Onboarding

We handle setup, integration, and testing for a smooth start.

04 Engaging, Practical Training

User training to boost adoption, confidence, and ROI.

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