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Columbus Builders Supply Epicor Eagle Implementation Case Study

Case study showing how Columbus Builders Supply upgraded from Epicor Version 2 to Eagle, gaining 1% margin, cutting $30K annual costs, and improving inventory visibility across three locations.

Published
June 4, 2026
Read time
3 min read
Source

Columbus Builders Supply, a $10M building materials distributor founded in 1907, migrated from Epicor Version 2 to Epicor Eagle in 2009. The upgrade delivered real-time inventory visibility across three locations, faster statement processing, and lower support costs. Key results include a one percent margin increase, $15,000 annual savings on forms, removal of a dedicated phone line, and the ability to operate with fewer staff while maintaining high customer service levels.

Key takeaways

1% margin improvement through better inventory visibility and reduced carrying costs

$30,000 combined annual savings from forms elimination and phone line removal

Seamless data conversion from Version 2 with minimal disruption

Twice-as-fast monthly statement processing with electronic storage

Real-time multi-location inventory tracking and low-stock alerts

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