Business Automation and Software Blog

Why Manufacturers and Distributors Are Getting Into B2B eCommerce

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Operating during the COVID-19 pandemic has shown the spotlight on some serious operations’ weaknesses in manufacturing and distribution facilities. A majority of manufacturers said they were negatively affected by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic, according to a survey conducted by SYSPRO. Many of them are looking to simplify their supply chains to reduce the risk of something going wrong. To affect these types of changes, the majority of survey respondents are considering B2B eCommerce. B2B buyers and sellers said they preferred the digital “self-serve” way of interacting (McKinsey).

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Topics: B2B e-commerce

The Next Generation of Manufacturing Operations Management

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Sep 22, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Manufacturers have never shied away from facing challenges. The early part of the twenty-first century has already presented some problems that no one could have anticipated, such as the financial crisis in 2008 or the coronavirus global pandemic. Technology forms the basis for the challenges manufacturers are facing in 2021. They must re-evaluate their manufacturing operations management strategy to reach their goal of staying competitive.

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Topics: manufacturing operations management

Overhaul Your Warehouse Management Strategy Now to Prepare for Post-Pandemic Business World

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Sep 08, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Now that we are finally moving toward a post-pandemic business environment, it is not the time to sit back and congratulate yourself for making it through a challenging time. The COVID-19 pandemic saw consumer practices change dramatically. People have been isolating themselves to avoid becoming ill, and the demand for goods has only increased. Shoppers turned to online retailers and expected that their purchases would be delivered to their doorstep quickly. It has proved challenging to respond to heightened customer demands. Stock-outs and shipping delays have been all too common due to heightened demand.

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Topics: warehouse management strategy

Scaling Fulfillment as Part of Your Warehouse Management Strategy

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Aug 18, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

How much thought have you given to your warehouse management strategy and to scaling fulfillment services as the economy recovers?

It’s worth thinking about the warehouse management strategies and tactics used to scale fulfillment by many big companies throughout the country in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic that is starting to loosen its grip. Everyone from e-commerce giants to local mom and pop companies found themselves struggling with fulfillment issues as demand exceeded supply.

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Topics: warehouse management strategy

Are Skilled Millennials the Answer to the Manufacturing Labor Shortage?

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Aug 04, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Baby boomers are retiring en masse, and the manufacturing sector is hungry for new talent. Millennials may just be the answer to combat the continuing manufacturing labor shortage. A Deloitte report showed that millennials, who are already emerging as leaders in technology and other industries, will comprise 75 percent of the global workforce by 2025.

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Topics: manufacturing labor shortage

Sustainable Manufacturing: The Key to Profiting in the Circular Economy

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Jul 21, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Manufacturers are in the business of producing goods that consumers want to buy. The best possible scenario for this type of business is when the products can be made at a reasonable price so the company can show a profit when they are sold to a wholesaler or a distributor. Green products are a definite consumer favorite, with many buyers weighing a product’s environmental impact before making a purchase. Sustainable manufacturing is an important factor in the circular economy since consumers have shown a distinct preference for these products.

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Topics: sustainable manufacturing

4 Ways Accounting Software Helps Boost Cash Flow in a Manufacturing Business

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Jul 07, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Manufacturers are no different from any other type of business. They need to manage their cash flow properly if they are going to keep the company afloat. The global pandemic has only added to the stresses that owners and managers have faced recently. They are competing against other manufacturers at home and worldwide and the cost of raw materials is continuing to increase, making it more challenging to keep costs under control. Customers continue to expect high-quality products at a reasonable price. Manufacturing accounting must be a priority if the goal is to control costs and boost cash flow.

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Topics: accounting software, manufacturing accounting

6 Ways an ERP System Can Improve Your Manufacturing Business

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Jun 16, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

If you are the owner or a manager of a manufacturing business, you know that keeping your workflow processes running smoothly is a key component in meeting your obligations to your customers and keeping productivity at an acceptable level. Without a steady stream of orders, it will be challenging, if not impossible, to keep the business operating successfully for very long. An enterprise resource planning (ERP) system can provide several benefits that can help a manufacturing business run more efficiently, keep costs in check, and even boost profits.

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Topics: ERP System

ERP Software is a Crucial Tool for Today’s Businesses

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Jun 02, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Karl Schroeder, the futurist and science fiction writer, said, “Foresight is not about predicting the future, it's about minimizing surprise.” Business owners know they can’t just fly by the seat of their pants when making decisions; they need good information to evaluate their options and make the best choice based on the facts at hand. The best ERP software options are all about connecting processes so executives and managers get a complete view of the business under one system.

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Topics: best ERP software

Why Distribution Management Software Is Needed Now

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, May 19, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

According to a Statista report from 2018, as many as 21 percent of supply chain professionals say their biggest organization challenge is visibility. Emerging markets are complex, boasting millions of outlets, thousands of distributors, and billions of potential transactions. This leaves manufacturers managing a vast network of small and big distributors while also managing the sometimes-conflicting needs of channel partners.

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Topics: distribution management software