How Black Clover streamlined retail operations and scaled efficiently using Zoho’s integrated ERP solution
Overview
Black Clover, a lifestyle apparel and accessories brand with six retail shops and a warehouse, partnered with IT Enablers Global to replace its fragmented POS system with a comprehensive retail ERP powered by Zoho. The solution integrated POS, inventory, accounting, warehouse management, and Shopify eCommerce, resulting in streamlined operations, centralized control, and improved decision-making.
Key Takeaways:
- Unified retail ERP across six locations
- Real-time inventory and financial insights
- Simplified VAT filing and reduced operational costs
- Seamless Shopify integration
- Scalable infrastructure for future growth
With six retail shops and a warehouse, Black Clover faced operational inefficiencies due to disconnected systems. To modernize and scale effectively, they engaged IT Enablers Global to implement a Zoho-powered ERP solution. The new system centralized operations, improved inventory accuracy, simplified VAT filing, and integrated eCommerce with Shopify, positioning Black Clover for scalable growth and enhanced customer experience. They adopted Zoho ERP for lifestyle brands to unify inventory, finance, and eCommerce operations
Problem Statement and Key Challenges
Black Clover’s challenges included:
- Fragmented Systems – Disconnected POS, inventory, and accounting systems.
- Operational Inefficiency – Manual processes and frequent errors.
- Inventory Management Issues – Inaccurate stock tracking across locations.
- VAT Filing Complications – Complex and error-prone tax reporting.
- Limited Real-Time Insights – Lack of centralized analytics.
- eCommerce Integration Gaps – Poor synchronization with Shopify.
- Scalability Limitations – Inability to support business growth
Evaluation of the Problem
ITEG conducted a detailed analysis of Black Clover’s operations and identified key inefficiencies. The team proposed a Zoho-based ERP solution tailored to retail needs, with integrated modules for sales, inventory, finance, and eCommerce.
Proposed Solution(s)
ITEG implemented the following Zoho applications:
- Centralized Customer Database – Unified tracking of walk-in customers across all retail shops.
- Zoho Books – Used for retail invoicing and financial management.
- Zoho Inventory – Managed stock transfers between warehouse and retail shops.
- Shopify Integration – Synced online and offline sales via Zoho Inventory.
- Training & Support – Staff training and ongoing system optimization.
- Real-Time Analytics – Advanced reporting for sales, inventory, and finance.
- Scalability – Infrastructure designed to support future expansion.
Implementation
The project was executed in phases:
- Requirement Analysis – Understanding workflows and system gaps.
- Configuration & Customization – Setting up Zoho Books, Inventory, and integrations.
- Training & Go-Live – Staff onboarding and system launch.
- Post-Go-Live Support – Continuous optimization and issue resolution.
Results
- Streamlined operations across six retail shops and warehouse
- Accurate inventory tracking and reduced discrepancies
- Automated VAT filing and compliance
- Real-time insights for faster decision-making
- Improved customer experience through Shopify integration