cave.cc

What It Is

CAVE (Customer and Vendor E-Commerce) is provided by Macrem Solutions, Inc. and is positioned as “the final piece of distribution software.” It mainly serves distributors, importers, and wholesale trading companies. The captured content indicates that it has been around since 2000. The current page mentions Version 23 and emphasizes that it is 100% Web based, accessible from anywhere via a browser, with no need for a local server.

Core Features

CAVE’s scope is close to that of a traditional distribution ERP. It covers sales orders, purchase orders, double-entry accounting, accounts payable/receivable, inventory control, general ledger, budgeting, manufacturing/production, commissions and royalties, inquiries, reporting, and more. The inventory module is a key focus, supporting standard, average, last, FIFO, and LIFO costing methods, as well as multiple warehouses, bin locations, lots, serial numbers, and future inventory planning inquiries. Its quotation and price list features are also fairly detailed, supporting effective/expiration dates, quantity breaks, fixed pricing by SKU, product-line discounts, and pricing tied to freight and payment/shipping terms.

Pricing and Deployment

The website does not disclose plans, pricing, user licensing, or implementation fees; it only suggests contacting the company by phone or email to request a demo. In terms of deployment, the page clearly states that it is 100% Web based, requires no local server, and supports automatic program updates, multi-location access, and multi-user access. However, it does not clarify whether it is a standard public-cloud SaaS product, whether private deployment is available, or whether any service-level agreement is provided.

Collaboration, Integrations, and Security

For collaboration, CAVE supports multiple users, multiple currencies, multiple units of measure, multiple warehouses, multiple addresses, and unlimited account contacts, along with hierarchical security management. For integrations, the text mentions online credit card processing, freight estimation, barcode printing, EDI, Web Presence, and import tracking, but it does not specify particular payment, logistics, or e-commerce platforms. Security and compliance information is limited: it only mentions secure remote access and tiered permissions, without details on encryption, backups, audit logs, SOC, ISO, or privacy compliance. API and developer support are not disclosed.

Pros, Cons, and Best Fit

Its strengths are a complete functional workflow, making it especially suitable for small and midsize distribution businesses with complex inventory, price lists, multiple warehouses, and wholesale quoting needs. The integrated accounting and inventory capabilities can also reduce system fragmentation. Its weaknesses are that the public information feels dated and lacks transparency: the pages still mention historical compatibility with Palm OS, Netscape, AOL, and similar technologies, while lacking the API, ecosystem integrations, mobile experience, and compliance details commonly expected from modern SaaS products. If your business needs mature distribution workflows rather than a highly extensible platform, it may be worth booking a demo for further evaluation.

Access from China

Access from mainland China is unknown. The website does not provide Chinese language support, local payment options, or China-specific service information. For teams based in China, key areas to test include network connectivity, time zone/currency/tax compatibility, and the availability of credit card payments. Comparable options include NetSuite, SAP Business One, Dynamics 365 Business Central, Odoo, as well as local ERP and inventory management solutions such as Yonyou and Kingdee.