Warehouse Automation Systems and Trends in 2024
Warehouses are undergoing a digital revolution, fueled by developing technologies, the rise of e-commerce, and shifting consumer expectations. While warehouse automation systems are not new, there are many recent advancements and trends to watch out for in 2024, which warehouse managers and business owners should be aware of. Warehouse automation has played a significant role […]
“Right-Sizing” Historical COVID-Driven Demand to Minimize Its Impact on Future Forecasts
The COVID-19 pandemic rattled global supply chains and left inventory-based businesses scrambling. While the pandemic shook up many industries, and the work landscape was impacted as a whole, the global supply chain experienced severe disruptions. COVID demand for products and supplies was sometimes far different than usual demand, for example, and led to shortages and […]
Forecasting Sales for Inventory-Based Organizations
One of the most valuable and critical tools for an inventory-based business is the ability to predict what sales will look like in the future. Accurately forecasting sales can help businesses make tactical decisions about production, inventory levels, and overall business strategy. These forecasts can also help maintain the delicate balance between supply and demand […]
6 Forecasting Errors and How To Avoid Them
Forecasting errors can cause serious problems for an inventory-based business. If you fail to correctly predict high demand for inventory, you will miss sales. On the other hand, if you fail to accurately predict a decline in demand, you may find it difficult to move out unwanted merchandise, which can mean that you end up […]
How To Improve Your Sales Order Fulfillment Process
Your order fulfillment process is a critical part of keeping your business moving forward smoothly. You want to receive orders, pack them, and ship them out in as effective a manner as possible to help improve overall customer satisfaction. Are you working to improve your sales order fulfillment process? There are several key steps you […]
What to Expect From an Inventory Forecasting Solution
Effectively managing your inventory is a critical part of ensuring overall business success. With increasing supply shortages and other challenges across many industries, it has become necessary to carefully monitor your inventory needs, including forecasting future needs to provide for your customers. An inventory forecasting solution can deliver those critical insights and give you more […]
How Do Businesses Use Inventory Forecasting Software To Prepare for Unexpected Downturns?
The last two years have seen unprecedented disruption across many businesses and industries. Businesses have found themselves struggling with inventory shortages and supply chain challenges. Not only that, many sources are warning of a potential economic downturn. Small business owners and large business owners alike are wondering how they can prepare for a potential downturn […]
Inventory Forecasting with Acumatica: Everything You Need to Know
Inventory forecasting is a critical part of keeping your business functioning smoothly. With supply chains currently struggling to keep up with demand and consumer needs changing on a regular basis, many companies are struggling to keep their products on the shelves. Accurate inventory forecasting, however, can help you determine what products you will most likely […]
As We Move Out of COVID, 8 Ways To Ensure Your Supply Chain & Forecasting Programs Are Protected
The COVID-19 pandemic challenged many assumptions we had about how businesses should operate. As employees were forced into their homes to reduce the spread of the virus, companies had to find new and innovative ways to allow their employees to continue working or risk going out of business. One of the biggest challenges came as […]
Navigating Supply Chain Issues and Increased Lead Times Due to Shipping Constraints
Over the past year, inventory-based businesses have faced a tsunami of supply chain frictions, forcing virtually every company to scramble, strategize, and worry. Back-of-mind topics like repatriation, supply chain diversity, and supply chain autarky suddenly became pressing, topics. And the entire world faced a convergence of shipping woes — fueled by globalized connections, unparalleled levels […]
