PHILADELPHIA—Sonepar USA announced the launch of SoneLight, a project management service available within ElekNet, the company's online order entry system, which automates the procurement process from bidding, order entry and inventory tracking to shipping, billing and confirmation. SoneLight is a culmination of a multi-year, multi-million dollar initiative that, per the company, demonstrates Sonepar's commitment to enhancing the customer experience while driving the adoption of new technology in the industry.

With SoneLight, users have online access to detailed project and order information in real time—creating increased accountability, accuracy and efficiency at every step along the supply chain. For the end users—general contractors, electrical contractors and architects—the new system is expected to increase efficiency, and ultimately, profitability, by allowing more informed allocation and scheduling of manpower in line with actual delivery guidelines.