Sustainability September 20, 2021

What is supply chain resiliency?

7 min read - For years, supply chain professionals have measured success by how well they have been able to drive down costs and drive up efficiency. Just-in-time (JIT) became an artform and masters of the practice achieved new levels of precision. Goods arrived…

Manufacturing August 26, 2021

Amid back-to-school and holiday shopping supply chain concerns, consumers want improved transparency

4 min read - Consumers weary from ongoing supply chain strains are demanding greater transparency and certainty from retailers and e-commerce sites as they undertake back-to-school and holiday shopping. With record spending anticipated for back-to-school season this year amid expected shortages and reduced inventories,…

Manufacturing August 24, 2021

Part 2: ‘Tis the season for fulfillment: 3 retail holiday hurdles and how to overcome them

3 min read - This is a 3-part blog series to prepare you for the upcoming holiday season. Looking to have a big holiday season? Let fulfillment lead the way. As retailers prepare for the upcoming holidays, it’s critical they consider all the influences…

Supply chain August 9, 2021

Part 1: 3 ways retailers can gift themselves with enhanced inventory management this holiday season

3 min read - This is a 3-part blog series to prepare you for the upcoming holiday season. The season of giving is quickly approaching retailers and consumers alike. With many merchants facing challenged supply chains and weakened operations as a direct result of…

Manufacturing July 26, 2021

Sophisticated inventory promising: Your superpower for next-generation omnichannel experiences

4 min read - Customer-centricity is the heart of every successful retailer. But as customers’ expectations quickly evolve, retailers are challenged with increasing sales and getting product out the door as quickly as possible – sometimes foregoing profitability and efficiency. As a result, a…

Manufacturing July 21, 2021

What is BOPIS in retail?

6 min read - By the end of summer 2020, the share of retailers offering these omnichannel options jumped to 44%. Leading brands like Sally Beauty launched BOPIS capabilities nationwide last year as part of its ongoing digital transformation. “BOPIS is one of the…

Manufacturing June 2, 2021

Best practices of inventory management and visibility

8 min read - It’s difficult to envision a supply chain that is agile enough to handle a sudden fluctuation from suppliers or consumers, let alone one that could meet countless changes and disruptions brought upon by the pandemic. The new world emerging must…

Manufacturing May 17, 2021

4 organizations adopt B2B order management technology to optimize their supply chain

4 min read - COVID-19 rapidly accelerated eCommerce, with 10 years of e-commerce adoption compressed into a three month period. With more customers than ever relying on digital purchasing, B2B organizations are now confronting increased pressure on their existing systems for order management and…

Manufacturing April 27, 2021

What to consider when evaluating order management software

7 min read - With so many claims made by supply chain offerings on the market, it can be hard to choose what your organization really needs. Introducing new technology requires a significant financial investment, as well as introduces personnel and change management challenges.…

Manufacturing March 31, 2021

Why B2B organizations need an advanced order and inventory management solution

3 min read - Many B2B companies, including those in automotive, electronics, and manufacturing, are at a crossroads with their sales and inventory management processes. Historically, they’ve been reliant on legacy or ERP systems – tools that were designed for predictable, back office business…