ERP & Enterprise Systems

Gaining Control in a Turbulent World: The Case for Supply-Chain Control Towers

October 26, 2020

Cross-process tools and control-tower functionality can provide visibility, insight and agility across the supply chain.

VAI Updates S2K Enterprise 6.2 ERP Suite with Mobile Features and Cloud Services

October 9, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

VAI, an Enterprise Resource Planning software developer, recently announced the launch of the newest version of its S2K Enterprise ERP solution, 6.2. S2K version 6.2 offers an updated interface and advanced product features to enable customers to stay resilient in the new normal.

TrueCommerce and Jesta I.S. Announce Strategic Partnership to Connect Suppliers and Retailers

September 30, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

TrueCommerce, a global provider of trading partner connectivity, integration and unified commerce solutions, and Jesta I.S., global supplier of integrated ERP software for wholesalers and omnichannel retailers, have partnered to offer joint customers new ways to connect with suppliers, channels, systems and marketplaces.

‘Boxing Clever’: Realizing the Benefits of Intelligent Cartonization

September 22, 2020

Paccurate

Cartonization is getting more attention from businesses as rising volume demand and shipping restrictions drive up costs, and as warehouses surge-hire less-experienced packers to keep up.

How to Optimize a Direct-to-Consumer Supply Chain

August 19, 2020

Joe Bellini, SCB Contributor

With storefronts under siege, strengthening direct-to-consumer channels has never been more important for retailers and manufacturers.

Moving EDI to the Cloud: Why and How? A Step-by-Step Guide

August 12, 2020

Comarch

Benefits include higher data accuracy, lower operational costs, easy access to historical records and more.

Combatting the Complexity of E-Commerce Fulfillment

August 11, 2020

Rich Sherman, SCB Contributor

Supply chains are transforming into “supply networks,” and omnichannel fulfillment is increasing the complexity.

Case Study

Embroidery Company Gets Warehouse Efficiencies All Sewn Up

August 1, 2020

With business booming, Z Customization needed a more accurate and efficient fulfillment process — with ability to scale — for its customers.

Case Study

L.L. Bean: A Century of Keeping Pace With Customers’ Needs

August 1, 2020

When both e-commerce and store fulfillment capacity were straining L.L.Bean’s ability to grow, the company embarked on a long-term, multi-step approach to transform distribution operations.

Case Study

For The Wenger Group, Process Automation Means Improved Food Safety

August 1, 2020

A regional producer of agricultural products sheds paper and manual processes in favor of an automated system for complying with strict regulations on food safety.

ERP & Enterprise Systems

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in ERP software - used by organizations to streamline day-to-day business activities like accounting, procurement and project management - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using ERP systems for supply chain optimization.