Productivity without hiring: the case of 226ERS

When a sports supplement brand like 226ERS surpasses €13 million in revenue and expands its sales channels, manual systems become unsustainable.

Paper orders, manual bank reconciliations, and an outdated ERP system create bottlenecks and hinder growth.

Faced with this scenario, the company opted for a strategy that has now become its operational advantage: achieving productivity without hiring. Through modular technology and progressive automation, 226ERS optimized its processes without needing to expand its team.

Real Transformation, Without Halting Operations

To carry out this evolution, 226ERS relied on Factor Libre, experts in retail and online distribution. They chose the Gextia ERP system, with a clear objective: implement seamlessly, improve without interruption, and digitize without losing agility.

The transformation was carried out in modules, without disruption. Areas such as orders, finance, warehouse, logistics, CRM, and traceability were integrated. Furthermore, on-site training was provided to the team, allowing them to adapt to the change without disrupting operations.

Measurable results, without expanding staff

In just three days, they abandoned paper in the warehouse and adopted tablets. Within a few weeks, the system was running smoothly and seamlessly.

The results were compelling:

OTIF (On Time In Full) increased from 80% to 95% in two months

Bank reconciliations were reduced from over 5 hours to less than 30 minutes

Logistics productivity increased between 30% and 35%

All of this was achieved without hiring a single additional person.
This productivity without hiring was achieved by freeing the team from repetitive tasks and investing in effective automation.

More than technology: a culture of continuous improvement

The real change wasn’t in the tools, but in the mindset.

Freeing up the team not only improved performance but also allowed them to focus on strategic tasks. As McKinsey confirms, automation can increase productivity by up to 40%. 226ERS applied this logic with real-world impact.

Furthermore, centralizing marketing, sales, and operations data enabled more precise decision-making.

For example, they were able to analyze margins before launching new products, reducing risks and improving profitability.

Commitment, Not Just Tools

The 226ERS case demonstrates that efficient scaling is possible.
Sustained productivity without hiring is achievable when well-designed processes, appropriate technology, and a culture focused on continuous improvement are combined.