Customers today are demanding. They want a seamless experience across every touchpoint whenever and however they shop. Whether they are buying in-store, through your website, or any number of online...
Technological advancements in recent decades have transformed the supply chain. While at one time, customers were accustomed to waiting 6-8 weeks to receive purchases, they now expect prompt service delivery....
A shipping company imposes both demurrage and detention fees when a shipper uses cargo containers longer than agreed in a free-time contract. For this reason, the terms are often used...
With the increasing importance of inventory visibility and accuracy, a radio-frequency identification (RFID) system is no longer a nice-to-have technology in your storage facility. It’s becoming the foundation of warehouse...
Maintaining your inventory at optimal levels is a tricky balance. You need enough items in stock to meet customer demand, but you don’t want excess inventory sitting around and impacting...
Understanding the distinction between procurement vs supply chain management is crucial in today’s business landscape. While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, it is important to recognize their roles and...
Speed and efficiency — these are two of the most important elements that stand between your supply chain’s efficiency and potential chaos. Today, customers expect on time transportation and deliveries. Moreover,...
The global supply chain disruption seen over the past several years has permanently altered how many companies do business. Additionally, the ongoing labor shortages, specifically within the manufacturing and warehousing...
Businesses of all sizes and from varying industries have used enterprise resource planning (ERP) to conduct business for more than 60 years. ERPs began in the 1960s when a manufacturer...
A supply chain strategy, at its core, involves the smooth transition of a product from raw material acquisition (upstream) to the delivery of the final product to the end consumer...
