The virtual marketplace of ecommerce has changed the way customers shop and purchase. Today’s consumers have higher expectations and can conveniently purchase items from the palms of their hands. The framework of old school supply chains is no longer valid. Before the Internet of Things and the boom of ecommerce, there was a more solidified…continue reading
Supply chain management software for small business – the key to success
Small businesses and large enterprises experience many of the same problems. Product-based businesses, big or small, have a stressed importance on customer service. Supply chain operations have a close relationship with the quality of customer service businesses provide – making supply chain visibility a crucial component for long-term success within a company. While businesses of…continue reading
The inputs and outputs of supply chain and inventory management
Watch the above video (2:45 min.) How to Take Control of Your Supply Chain Supply chain management is a critical component to product-driven businesses. For successful supply chain management, understanding the four stages: purchasing, inventory control, order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction is key. An optimized supply chain can lead to better purchasing practices, stronger inventory…continue reading
Tame the product recall storm with food recall software
BOOM, BAM… A storm of product recalls have hit hard in the recent years… Over 320,000 lbs. of Meat, Including Chorizo, Recalled Cumin Products Nationwide Recall for Undeclared Allergens FDA, CDC Expand Listeria Warning To All Prepackaged Caramel Apples Keurig Recalls 7.2 Million Coffee Machines That Can Burn Users Auto Industry Galvanized After Record Recall…continue reading
History of logistics and supply chain management [Infographic]
Ever wonder about the term “Supply Chain Management” and how it originated? This Logistics and Supply Chain Management History Infographic from SCM Operations provides a quick overview of the history and evolution of the supply chain management industry.
