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QAD Solutions Guide: Offering Overview

QAD

Founded in 1979, QAD began as a small startup solution working with local companies to address a large gap in complete, integrated business software for manufacturing companies. As manufacturing businesses took their brands globally, we adapted quickly to keep up and our software has adapted as well.

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Winning strategies for distributors and manufacturers during an economic downturn

EazyStock

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

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This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech September 8 2022

Supply Chain Matters

Our prior full edition of this column was published on July 14 and featured news related to global battery manufacturer Panasonic and warehouse services start-up Flexe. Procurement sourcing and tail spend solutions provider Fairmarkit announced the completion of a $35.6 Expands C-Suite Amid Increased Technology Demand.

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6 Strategies for Better Supply Chain Management in the Current Economy

Oracle SCM

The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance.

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2020 Requires Big Wings and Feet

Supply Chain Shaman

The number one question that I am asked today by manufacturers across all industries is “How can I improve customer service?” Financial forecasts tend to have a negative bias (forecasts less than market potential) to ensure that employees have a better probability of meeting their bonuses. Background. Bias and error. The reason why?

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Unpacking Supply Chain Traceability: A Comprehensive Guide

RFgen

Consumers are increasingly demanding more information about the products they buy, and regulatory bodies are introducing new requirements for companies to meet. Raw Material Tracking Traceability from the raw materials stage through the consumer tracking stage enables lean manufacturing and gains in productivity.

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Retailer Mandates Are Like Dominoes

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But by 2007, Walmart had begun to step back after facing unexpected hurdles. RFID-ticketed products are not yet being required for dropship suppliers, a fulfillment method by which a retailer does not stock the goods it sells, but rather buys products from third-party companies (wholesalers, manufacturers, other retailers, etc.)

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