Self-service retail has evolved dramatically over the past decade, transitioning from simple vending machines and self-checkout counters to sophisticated, AI-driven ecosystems. Self-service kiosks and checkout lanes are found in fast-food restaurants, grocery stores, banks, hotels, and more. This transformation is reshaping how consumers interact with retail environments and how businesses operate. Here, we look at… Continue reading The Current and Future State of Self-Service Retail
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The Future of Online Sales: eCommerce Trends in 2025
eCommerce is growing rapidly and only picking up more steam as time goes on. Fueled by advancements in technology, changing consumer expectations, and global trends, online sales have become more personalized, immersive, and efficient than ever before. Here are some of the latest eCommerce trends developing in 2025: More customer personalization through AI Artificial Intelligence… Continue reading The Future of Online Sales: eCommerce Trends in 2025
Looking Ahead: The Top Freight Forwarding Trends for 2025
The freight forwarding industry is constantly evolving due to shifts in global economies, dynamic market demands, and changing customer expectations. Companies must quickly identify and respond to these changes to maintain their competitive advantage. Here are the key areas where modern technical solutions are making a difference for freight forwarders in 2025: Digitization and data-driven… Continue reading Looking Ahead: The Top Freight Forwarding Trends for 2025
The 7 Top Smart Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2025
Smart manufacturing, a concept that integrates advanced technologies with traditional manufacturing processes, is becoming increasingly critical for companies aiming to stay competitive and efficient. As we move into 2025, several trends are shaping the future of this sector, offering businesses new opportunities to optimize operations, reduce costs, and deliver superior products. Here are the top… Continue reading The 7 Top Smart Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2025
The Top 6 Highlights from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show
The National Retail Federation hosted the 2025 Retail’s Big Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City last week. Speakers included some of the biggest retail companies, such as Walmart, IKEA, Target, and Macy’s. Here are some of the highlights from that show: Leveraging AI to make your business smarter Walmart… Continue reading The Top 6 Highlights from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show
Seven 3PL Trends to Watch for in 2025
3PL has undergone significant changes driven by technological advancements, political instability, and evolving customer demands. Here are seven trends that will affect the industry in 2025: 3PL software solutions from ArcherPoint ArcherPoint provides 3PL solutions to address the needs of logistics providers based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, a powerful and flexible platform that… Continue reading Seven 3PL Trends to Watch for in 2025
4 Ways Retailers Can Avoid the Costly Issue of Overstocking and Understocking
Overstocking and understocking can result in significant financial consequences for retailers. An IHL Group report estimated that inventory distortion, including overstocking and understocking, cost retailers a staggering $1.77 trillion globally in 2023 due to missed sales opportunities and increased operational inefficiencies. When products are unavailable, 31 percent of consumers go elsewhere, while 24 percent put… Continue reading 4 Ways Retailers Can Avoid the Costly Issue of Overstocking and Understocking
How 3PL Companies Can Seize the Opportunity of Supply Chain Diversification
Recent disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions, and environmental disasters have highlighted vulnerabilities in traditional supply chain models. As a result, the supply chain is increasingly diversifying to mitigate these risks and remain resilient during times of crisis. This diversification promises to increase the demand for 3PL companies to offer additional services, which, in… Continue reading How 3PL Companies Can Seize the Opportunity of Supply Chain Diversification
Calculate Average Cost in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Sometimes, our customers want to know how Business Central calculates an item’s average cost. We provide a simple example to illustrate how this calculation is applied to inventory. Microsoft explains how it calculates Average Cost as follows: The calculated average cost is then applied to the inventory decreases for the item (or item, location, and… Continue reading Calculate Average Cost in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
5 Leading Retail Trends to Watch for in 2025
Retailers continue to face challenges moving into 2025 — from a high turnover of staff to disruptions in the supply chain. In addition to inflation, these factors have led to a sudden, transformational evolution of the sector. Businesses continue to shift their strategy towards diverse, changing customer needs, impacting how they present, sell, and deliver… Continue reading 5 Leading Retail Trends to Watch for in 2025