Arrowstream
Foodservice distribution software
Food software
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What is Arrowstream
ArrowStream is a cloud-based supply chain and distribution platform used by restaurant brands, foodservice distributors, and suppliers to manage purchasing, item and supplier data, and inbound/outbound supply chain visibility. It supports use cases such as distributor onboarding, item setup, contract and pricing workflows, and tracking product movement and performance across trading partners. The product emphasizes multi-party collaboration and data standardization across complex distribution networks, often for multi-unit restaurant operators.
Strong trading-partner connectivity
ArrowStream is designed around connecting restaurant operators, distributors, and suppliers in shared workflows rather than operating as a single-company system. This supports cross-organization processes such as onboarding, item setup, and ongoing data synchronization. For organizations with many distribution points and suppliers, this network-oriented approach can reduce manual coordination compared with email- and spreadsheet-driven processes.
Centralized item and supplier data
The platform provides a centralized place to manage item attributes, supplier/distributor relationships, and related documentation used in foodservice distribution. This helps standardize product data across locations and trading partners and can improve consistency in ordering and reporting. Central master data capabilities are particularly useful when multiple distributors service the same brand across regions.
Supply chain visibility workflows
ArrowStream supports visibility-oriented processes that help stakeholders monitor supply conditions and distribution performance across the network. This can include tracking product availability and movement signals shared by partners and aligning actions across procurement and supply teams. These capabilities are often used by multi-unit restaurant brands that need a consolidated view across many suppliers and distribution centers.
Not a full ERP suite
ArrowStream focuses on supply chain collaboration, purchasing, and distribution visibility rather than replacing core financials or full manufacturing/ERP functionality. Organizations typically still need an ERP/accounting system for general ledger, AP/AR, and broader enterprise processes. Buyers should plan for integration and data governance across systems.
Integration effort can be material
Value depends on connecting multiple external parties and aligning data definitions across them. Integrations with distributors, supplier systems, and internal ERP/POS environments can require project work and ongoing maintenance. Implementation timelines and internal resourcing needs may be higher than for single-tenant, single-company tools.
Best fit for complex networks
The platform is most relevant when a business manages many locations, distributors, and suppliers and needs standardized cross-partner workflows. Smaller operators or suppliers with simpler distribution models may not use the full feature set. In those cases, lighter-weight ordering or inventory tools may be sufficient.
Seller details
ArrowStream, Inc.
Chicago, IL, USA
2000
Private
https://www.arrowstream.com/
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