International software giant Epicor made $ 191.6mn from its SCM software in 2016 , marking a significant increase from $ 162.1mn the previous year . However , SCM makes up just part of the company ’ s overall revenue , which currently stands at around $ 900mn . As with all its offerings , Epicor offers supply chain software tailored to the needs of various businesses and industries , ranging from manufacturing and distribution to retail . Having been founded in 1972 , Epicor now employs around 3,900 people , serving over 20,000 customers across the globe . With the aim to “ drive growth for our customers by being the leading provider of industry-specific software solutions and services ,” some notable clients include Energizer , Teconnex , Rexel and North American Lumber .

Manhattan Associates works across wholesale , retail , pharmaceutical , FMCG , manufacturing and many more sectors . From its supply chain management offering , the company made $ 218.8mn in 2016 and continues to grow , having invested $ 55mn in research and development in the same year . Since its foundation in 1990 , the company now employs over 3,000 people and is a mainstay as Warehouse Management Leader on Gartner ’ s Magic Quadrant Report , having featured since 2009 . Some other notable recognitions have included making Forbes ’ ‘ America ’ s 100 Most Trustworthy Companies ’ list three years in a row , and the Top 100 Logistics IT Providers for Inbound Logistics over the same period , 2014-16 . 76 May 2018