How to reduce the bullwhip effect involves understanding the bullwhip effect definition, the causes, and the solutions needed for reduction and prevention. Before we discuss how to reduce the bullwhip effect, let’s define the bullwhip effect. INVENTORY CONTROL • Automated Inventory Re-Order Points • Inventory and Order Management • Advantages of a Perpetual Inventory System • What is…continue reading
The Future of Wholesale Distribution
What does the future of wholesale distribution hold? Within the next ten years what can wholesalers expect to see alter in day-to-day and overall operations? Several pieces about the future of wholesale distribution exist and have offered somewhat of a consensus. The future is about automation, big data, and highly sophisticated technology, including robotics. DISCOVER…continue reading
How to keep track of inventory
How to keep track of inventory How to keep track of inventory – that is a subject many distributors, sellers, and manufacturers ponder every day. A sudden influx of orders, the need to fulfill orders quickly, a desire to maintain consistent inventory accuracy, and a number of other challenges can all leave you wondering how…continue reading
9 Business Sustainability Strategies
Did you know that by 2025, 1.8 billion more citizens of Earth will join the global consumer class? That’s right — 1.8 billion more customers — extremely exciting for your future ROIs. The global population is expected to reach 8.1 billion by 2025. The earth, on the other hand, is not expected to gain any…continue reading
Acctivate + StarShip: Streamlining Your Supply Chain
Ask a QuickBooks Expert Series Topic: QuickBooks Inventory Management Watch the webinar above (47 min.) Acctivate + StartShip: Streamlining Your Supply Chain Acctivate co-hosted a webinar with StarShip to educate small businesses on the benefits of an Acctivate + StarShip integration to further streamline and optimize the supply chain. The webinar features Dakota May of…continue reading
