Ireland’s liquor industry is a global success story. From world-famous whiskeys to innovative craft gins and beers, Irish distillers and breweries are expanding into new markets at a rapid pace. In fact, Irish spirits exports are rising year on year, with demand in Europe, North America, and Asia stronger than ever.
But with global growth comes global challenges — managing excise duties, ensuring batch traceability, handling multi-currency transactions, and keeping pace with international regulatory compliance. Many Irish distillers are now embracing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (D365 Business Central) to digitise exports and scale operations worldwide.
The Challenges of Exporting Irish Liquor
Expanding into international markets requires much more than quality spirits. Liquor brands must navigate:
• Complex Export Documentation – Customs forms, excise declarations, and shipping paperwork.
• Multi-Currency Transactions – Selling in dollars, euros, and pounds requires accurate accounting.
• Global Supply Chain Management – Coordinating warehouses, logistics, and distributors abroad.
• Compliance & Traceability – Meeting both Irish and international food safety and excise laws. Scaling internationally requires robust, multi-currency and multi-jurisdiction support.
Without a modern ERP system, these processes can become costly and error-prone, limiting a brand’s ability to grow.
How Dynamics 365 Business Central Supports Irish Liquor Exports
1. Simplified International Trade
D365 Business Central automates customs paperwork, shipping documents, and excise reporting, helping distillers reduce delays and avoid errors when exporting abroad.
2. Multi-Currency & Tax Compliance
Built-in tools manage multi-currency sales, VAT, and excise duty calculations, ensuring accurate reporting across different markets.
3. End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility
From bottling plants in Ireland to distributors overseas, D365 provides real-time inventory and logistics tracking, making export operations more efficient.
4. Batch Tracking Across Borders
Full traceability ensures every exported bottle can be tracked from production to delivery, protecting quality and meeting both Irish and international compliance requirements.
5. Actionable Data Insights with Power BI
Exporters gain dashboards on sales trends, regional demand, and shipping costs, enabling data-driven decisions to target the right markets.
Why Digital Transformation Is Key for Global Liquor Brands
Irish distilleries that rely on manual processes risk slower shipments, regulatory fines, and missed market opportunities. By digitising exports with D365 Business Central, liquor brands can:
• Expand internationally with confidence
• Streamline compliance and excise reporting
• Reduce export costs through automation
• Gain visibility into every stage of the export journey
This is why ERP solutions like D365 are quickly becoming essential for Irish liquor exports.
Why Choose TechNext for Your Liquor ERP Journey?
Implementing Business Central for liquor exports requires a partner who understands both the technology and the unique needs of the Irish liquor industry. That’s where TechNext stands out as a trusted Microsoft Business Central Partner in Ireland:
• Local Knowledge: Deep understanding of Irish excise, tax, and compliance regulations.
• Industry Expertise:Experience working with distilleries, breweries, and liquor distributors.
• Custom ERP Solutions: Tailored localisation packs to meet Ireland-specific requirements.
• End-to-End Support: From ERP migration to staff training and continuous optimisation.
If your Irish liquor brand is ready to expand globally, TechNext is the trusted partner to help you digitise exports, stay compliant, and compete worldwide with Dynamics 365 Business Central.