Scrap is an unavoidable reality in manufacturing. Whether it’s material waste, defective outputs, or inefficiencies during production, scrap needs to be carefully tracked and accounted for. Properly managing scrap helps manufacturers improve costing accuracy, plan more effectively, and uncover opportunities for process improvements. Traditionally, scrap can occur at two stages: input scrap—loss or wastage of… Continue reading Managing Scrap Effectively in Manufacturing with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
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The Big Chill: Managing Technology Challenges in Cold Storage Logistics
Whether transporting fresh seafood, frozen produce, or pharmaceuticals, cold storage logistics providers must balance speed, accuracy, and temperature control. While advancements in automation and the Internet of Things (IoT) are helping to modernize the cold chain, many providers still grapple with significant technology challenges that threaten profitability, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Real-time temperature monitoring is… Continue reading The Big Chill: Managing Technology Challenges in Cold Storage Logistics
Creating Brand Loyalty by Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences
Creating loyal customers is more than rewards programs or pricing strategies. It’s about making every interaction—from discovery to support—feel intentional, personal, and seamless. Companies that focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences consistently outperform competitors in retention, revenue growth, and brand reputation. Why experiences matter more than ever Customers are inundated with choices. They can find… Continue reading Creating Brand Loyalty by Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences
8 Winning Strategies for Technology Adoption Among High-Performing Manufacturers
Technology is a fundamental enabler of agility and growth. Yet adopting new technologies in manufacturing remains a difficult journey. Pressures from global competition, shifting labor dynamics, rising costs, and increasingly complex supply chains are forcing manufacturers to rethink whether to introduce new technology into their companies. Resistance to change, moving off old legacy systems, gaps… Continue reading 8 Winning Strategies for Technology Adoption Among High-Performing Manufacturers
Why Do Companies Switch Their ERP? And What Do They Hope to Gain?
A company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is more than just a back-office tool. It’s the digital backbone of operations, helping to manage everything from finance to inventory, customer service, supply chain, and more. So why do companies switch ERP systems? And what do they hope to achieve with a new one? Why companies change… Continue reading Why Do Companies Switch Their ERP? And What Do They Hope to Gain?
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Manufacturing and distribution companies rely on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to streamline business-to-business communication. For companies working with major retailers like Walmart, Amazon, or Target, EDI isn’t optional—it’s a requirement. But while EDI promises automation and efficiency, many companies are frustrated by failed transmissions, costly chargebacks, and missing payments. Why does this happen? What is… Continue reading Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Managing Space Utilization: Overcoming warehousing challenges in 3PL operations
For third-party logistics (3PL) companies, efficient space utilization is a key driver of operational success. While often viewed as a logistics business, 3PL is fundamentally a real estate business—focused on acquiring commercial storage space, segmenting it into pallet-sized units, and renting it out for maximum profitability. Success in 3PL depends on optimizing warehouse space, selecting… Continue reading Managing Space Utilization: Overcoming warehousing challenges in 3PL operations
How to Limit Access to LS Central POS to Managers Only
Retailers rely on their Point of Sale (POS) system because it handles all retail transactions that take place in the store. It is also where critical activities occur, such as authorizing refunds and voids. Unfettered access to all the features and functions of the POS system can compromise the store’s security and make it vulnerable… Continue reading How to Limit Access to LS Central POS to Managers Only
Strategies eCommerce Companies Can Employ Today to Increase KPI Performance
Previously, we wrote about several of the most important Key Performance Indicators that eCommerce companies should monitor to measure their success. In this follow-up post, we look at strategies eCommerce companies can employ today to improve their KPI performance. Revenue and sales KPIs Increase Average Order Value (AOV): Once you have engaged with a customer… Continue reading Strategies eCommerce Companies Can Employ Today to Increase KPI Performance
Managing Tariffs and Duty Drawbacks in Business Central
The subject of tariffs has taken on increasing importance in the past few weeks with new proposed tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, along with retaliatory actions being imposed by these countries. These actions will likely affect virtually every US industry in some way and can impact global trade in general. As a… Continue reading Managing Tariffs and Duty Drawbacks in Business Central