Vast-Auto Distribution Epicor Eagle MES Implementation Case Study

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Vast-Auto Distribution Epicor Eagle MES Implementation Case Study

Case study of Vast-Auto Distribution's migration from Epicor J-CON to Eagle for automotive parts distribution across 9 locations in Quebec and Ontario.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Vast-Auto Distribution, an automotive parts distributor with 250 employees and two warehouses totaling 240,000 square feet, implemented Epicor Eagle to manage nearly 500,000 SKUs and support growth to 350 corporate and associate stores. The system replaced legacy J-CON software in corporate stores and introduced Business Advisor dashboards for real-time KPI visibility. Key benefits include faster counter transactions, simplified training via sandbox mode, and improved inventory decisions for parts proliferation.

Key takeaways

Migrated six corporate stores from Epicor J-CON to Eagle for aftermarket distribution

Business Advisor dashboards provide minute-level visibility into sales, profitability, and employee productivity

Training mode allows new counter staff to practice without affecting live inventory data

System supports decisions on activating or deactivating parts amid 500,000 SKU proliferation

Reduced reliance on experienced staff by enabling faster onboarding of junior countermen

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