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March 25, 2025

Top 5 Industries Affected by Recent Tariffs

With tariffs being levied (and sometimes quickly rescinded) across the globe, trade fluctuations are here to stay for at least the short term.   From steel…

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October 18, 2024

Mastering the Art of Inventory Management with Sales Profiles: The Key to Inventory Nirvana

Inventory management can feel like a constant tightrope walk. Balancing the need to meet customer demand with the burden of…
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May 28, 2024

What is a SKU?

SKU stands for “Stock Keeping Unit,” a unique identifier used in retail and inventory management to track products. Each SKU…
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April 18, 2024

What is Sell-Through Rate?

Sell-through is used to assess the efficiency of inventory sold over a specific period. It calculates the efficiency with which…
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November 15, 2023

Importance of Inventory Management in the Marketplace

Online marketplaces have transformed shopping behaviors. With the rise of eCommerce, more buyers opt for online shopping than ever before.…
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November 8, 2023

Alternatives to Just-in-Time Inventory

Just-in-time (JIT) inventory has long been a standard inventory management strategy. This lean inventory model requires businesses to order new…
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April 4, 2023

Benefits and Risks of Just-in-Time Inventory Management

Supply chain management software remains a rapidly growing field, and supply chain managers continue to find new strategies to meet…
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March 30, 2023

Meet Your Efficiency Goals Faster: How Supply Chain Managers Can Leverage Integrated EDI to Boost Productivity, Cut Costs, and Scale Operations

According to the National Association of Manufacturers Industry Outlook Survey, 65% of business leaders say supply chain challenges are the…
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March 24, 2023

Cloud Supply Chain

With constant supply chain disruptions and changing consumer demands, many companies see an increased need for automation, enhanced data analytics,…
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March 21, 2023

How to Reduce Days Sales Outstanding

Days sales outstanding (DSO) gives direct insight into your company’s payment collections. While a low DSO number indicates satisfactory sales…
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March 10, 2023

7 Inventory Management Techniques for Success

Manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors must handle a wide range of challenges when overseeing their company’s inventory. From changing customer demands…
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March 7, 2023

The Hidden Cost of Delay: Why Waiting to Implement EDI Software Can Cost You More Than You Think

In a recent study, Gartner® found that 29% of supply chain leaders viewed technology as “critical to the success and…
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February 27, 2023

5 Ways VMI Can Help Improve Your Supply Chain for a Recession

Economic uncertainty and sharply rising inflation rates have many businesses considering what strategies they can use to prepare for a…
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