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National Standard Parts Associates Epicor ERP Implementation Case Study

Case study of NSPA's Epicor ERP deployment showing 60 percent sales growth, reduced backorders, and transition from product manufacturing to value-added services.

Published
June 4, 2026
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3 min read
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National Standard Parts Associates (NSPA) implemented Epicor ERP to consolidate three databases and multiple spreadsheets into a single system. The solution automated order entry, job costing, freight integration, and KPI reporting. Results included a 60 percent sales increase over five years, faster month-end close, fewer backorders, and the ability to launch more new products and services than in the prior 30 years combined.

Key takeaways

Consolidated three databases and spreadsheets into one ERP platform

Increased sales 60 percent over five years with minimal headcount growth

Reduced month-end close from five days to three days

Automated EDI order entry, shop-floor job costing, and carrier integration

Enabled real-time KPI dashboards and daily performance visibility

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