Order fulfillment – the process of preparing and delivering a customer’s order, including warehousing, packing, labeling, and shipping – is core to an effective supply chain. But the way companies fulfill orders is changing, and that creates new risks and opportunities for retailers, logistics providers, and other ecosystem stakeholders. In the wake of these changes, consumers' expectations have also increased: they demand faster delivery, lower costs, and greater accuracy. To meet these expectations, retailers are getting savvy with how they use physical space, and both retailers and logistics providers are experimenting with new warehousing and fulfillment models. Among those in use are ship-from-store and dark stores, but neither are necessarily within close proximity of the customer. And that is another challenge.

The year 2020 brought unprecedented challenges for businesses worldwide, and the manufacturing industry was no exception. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains, causing widespread shortages of raw materials and finished goods. Additionally, natural disasters, trade disputes, and political tensions added to the complexity of supply chain management. As a result, manufacturers had to quickly adapt their processes to overcome these challenges and continue delivering products to the market. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the recent supply chain challenges faced by manufacturers, their impact on the industry, and potential solutions for overcoming them. 

Supply chain management plays a critical role in the success of organizations across various industries. With the increasing complexity in the global marketplace, many companies are turning to automated supply chain management solutions to address emerging challenges. In this article, we will explore the benefits that automation brings to supply chain management processes, ranging from cost savings and increased efficiency to improved decision-making and agility.

As the business environment continues becoming increasingly competitive, optimizing the supply chain is proving to be critical to the success of any organization. With an efficient supply chain, you can reap big in terms of reduced costs, improved customer service, and increased profits. This article will assess the best practices for optimizing your supply chain.