Technology solutions for Retail and Wholesale industry

Empowering retail and wholesale organisations to streamline end‑to‑end operations, reducing complexity and cost.
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The realities of modern retail and wholesale

Retail and wholesale organisations operate in an increasingly complex, fast‑moving retail landscape. With multiple suppliers, in‑store and online customers, distributed workforces and ongoing market disruption, retail and wholesale businesses must adapt in real time while maintaining service quality, resilience and margins across retail operations and wholesale operations.

At the same time, supply chain volatility, rising costs and changing customer expectations are placing sustained pressure on day‑to‑day operations. Many retailers and wholesale businesses are managing high transaction volumes, inventory management challenges and fragmented systems across stores, warehouse management environments and sales channels.
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Technology solutions custom-built for retail and wholesale

Canon Business Services ANZ is a technology solutions partner for ambitious retail and wholesale organisations. Through an outcomes‑focused, solutionist approach, we help retailers and wholesalers move past operational roadblocks—reducing manual processing, improving visibility, and enabling confidence in high‑volume, multi‑site environments where scale and reliability are critical.

Across Australia and New Zealand, CBS supports retail and wholesale organisations with IT and business process solutions, designed for volume and operational complexity, including:
  • Turning high volume paper-based invoices into invoice and finance automation
  • Digitising paper documents and unlock data and insights
  • Streamlining back-office operations like the mailroom into effective and efficient business operations
  • Modernising legacy systems with app integration and reliable reporting
  • Managed IT services that streamline operations for wholesalers by enhancing efficiency and driving growth

One partner. Smarter Solutions.

With a unique end to end technology and managed services portfolio, we see more and deliver faster – helping you to realise greater efficiencies and unlock new possibilities your competitors simply can’t match.

Digitisation, AI, Automation & Data
Hardware & Software
Services to help you manage technology that fits your business
Cloud Solutions
Consulting Services
Services to help you make confident technology decisions, backed by experience
Managed Services
Cybersecurity Services
Network & Voice

Your digital transformation starts here

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Partner with experts who know your industry

We’ve supported retailers by replacing manual, paper‑heavy processes with automated workflows and managed IT services that support workers across multiple locations and distributed operations.

Always-on support

Our experience delivering outstanding retail process and technology solutions means we can bring a new, comprehensive perspective to your business problems. We'll work with your multiple locations and stores to deliver 24/7 end-user support with fast turnarounds.

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Optimise your operations

Use automation, AI and modern platforms to streamline operations, reduce manual processing, and improve speed and accuracy, so your teams can focus on delivering consistent, high‑quality customer experiences, while maintaining secure systems.

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Harness agility and continuity

We'll customise our IT, processing and outsourcing solutions to help you quickly build and scale to meet demand when and where you need it. Ensure business continuity in a challenging business environment.

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Always-on support

Our experience delivering outstanding retail process and technology solutions means we can bring a new, comprehensive perspective to your business problems. We'll work with your multiple locations and stores to deliver 24/7 end-user support with fast turnarounds.

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Optimise your operations

Use automation, AI and modern platforms to streamline operations, reduce manual processing, and improve speed and accuracy, so your teams can focus on delivering consistent, high‑quality customer experiences, while maintaining secure systems.

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Harness agility and continuity

We'll customise our IT, processing and outsourcing solutions to help you quickly build and scale to meet demand when and where you need it. Ensure business continuity in a challenging business environment.

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Who We've Helped

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“Moving to CBS’s Cloud Metro was a game-changer. We have moved a large percentage of workloads out of our old data centre, and now we have a private cloud that’s as agile as public cloud—our systems are more stable and scalable than ever.” Nathan Lord, Senior Manager, Enterprise Operations at Canon Australia

Case Study

Case study AU: Canon Australia consolidates IT operations with CBS

Managed IT, SOC & Cloud Metro: Canon Business Services ANZ helps Canon Australia consolidate IT support with zero-outage migrations, 24×7 Service Desk & security operations.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the biggest technology challenges facing retail and wholesale businesses today?

Retail and wholesale organisations are under pressure from disconnected systems, limited visibility across inventory and operations, rising IT and operational costs, and increasing security risks. Legacy platforms and manual processes make it harder to respond to demand, manage suppliers, and support always‑on operations across stores, warehouses, and digital channels.

How can retail and wholesale organisations improve operational efficiency?

Operational efficiency improves when IT systems, data, and processes work together. By modernising infrastructure, integrating core platforms, and reducing manual touchpoints, retailers and wholesalers can streamline inventory management, order processing, invoicing, and reporting. Managed IT services and proactive support also help minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly.

Why is data visibility important for retail and wholesale operations?

Retail and wholesale businesses depend on accurate, real‑time data to manage stock levels, supply chains, pricing, and fulfilment. When data is fragmented across systems, decision‑making slows and risk increases. A secure, integrated data environment provides a clearer view of operations, enabling faster decisions, better forecasting, and improved control across the business.

How does modern IT support omnichannel retail and wholesale models?

Modern IT enables consistent, connected experiences across physical stores, ecommerce, and distribution networks. Integrated systems help synchronise inventory, orders, and customer data, supporting services like click‑and‑collect, faster fulfilment, and flexible delivery models—without adding complexity or manual effort behind the scenes.

How can retail and wholesale businesses modernise technology without disrupting day‑to‑day operations?

Many organisations take a phased approach to IT modernisation, prioritising stability first. By using managed services, cloud platforms, and flexible OpEx models, retailers and wholesalers can reduce risk, control costs, and modernise critical systems over time—while maintaining availability, security, and support for frontline teams.

Relevant Case Studies

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Case study AU: Transforming Toyota Australia’s back-office operations

See why Toyota Australia chose CBS to transform its Mailroom Management Services, Switchboard Services, Store Control Management Services & more

Case study NZ: One NZ uses outsourcing to boost performance and productivity

Canon Business Services partners with One NZ (formerly Vodafone NZ) for over 15 years to manage their mailroom and hospitality services.

Case study AU: RPA transforms Canon Australia’s banking operations

Discover how RPA helped Canon Australia focus on increasing accuracy saving time and redeploying staff from manual, repetitive tasks in this case study.

Case study AU: Electrolux Home Products utilises CBS' document repository

Electrolux is a global leader in household and professional appliances in Australia. Learn how they hosted their online document archive repository here.

Case study NZ: Precinct Properties gains productivity for mail handling

Precinct Properties is the largest owner and developer of premium inner-city business space in Auckland and Wellington. Read the full case study here.

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