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CARY, NC, May 2026 – Klipboard announced the latest release of ERP One, introducing embedded artificial intelligence into its flagship ERP platform for wholesalers and distributors across North America. Klipboard AI enables users to ask questions in plain language, retrieve structured answers instantly and take action without leaving the system. The release marks a significant step in Klipboard's strategy to embed practical AI across its product portfolio.
ERP Built for the Realities of Distribution
ERP One (formerly known as K8) has supported complex wholesale and distribution businesses for decades, helping hundreds of companies manage sourcing, inventory, sales and customer service across connected operations. With Klipboard AI now embedded in the platform, use cases range from checking inventory and pricing to managing customer accounts and orders. For teams in fast-moving distribution environments, that means:
- Fewer manual steps and faster turnaround.
- Greater accuracy across orders, inventory and accounts.
- Real-time insight when decisions can't wait.
“Many AI solutions promise transformation but sit outside the systems where real work happens. Our approach is fundamentally different. We’re embedding AI into ERP One so that it enhances the workflows our customers depend on – helping them operate more efficiently, scale more effectively, and deliver better service."
Ian Bendelow, CEO of Klipboard.
A New Chapter for Intelligent ERP
As North American distributors face growing pressure to modernize operations and meet rising customer expectations, the introduction of embedded AI into ERP One signals a broader shift in what ERP software is capable of: moving beyond transaction recording toward platforms that actively support decisions and actions in real time. This release reflects Klipboard's wider strategy to embed AI across its industry-specific solutions, helping businesses run more efficiently, improve service delivery and stay in control as their operations grow.
ERP One continues to lead as a purpose-built platform for the wholesale distribution sector, with operational depth across the full source, stock, sell and service workflow and a scalable foundation for ongoing enhancements.
Availability
The first embedded AI capabilities are available as part of the latest ERP One release, with further enhancements planned for future releases.
Learn more about Klipboard AI in ERP One.
About Klipboard
Klipboard is a market-leading industry-focused cloud-based business management software provider with over 55,000 Enterprise and SMB customers worldwide. Klipboard's industry-specific cloud software suites support complex, vertical-specific workflows, and provide mission-critical solutions that enable its clients to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively. Klipboard has offices in the United States, UK, Europe, across Africa, the Nordic countries and Australia. Klipboard serves customers in 70+ countries and has over 1,600 team members globally.
