We are hearing more and more about AI and the concern that it will take over many jobs and aspects of our lives and manufacturing is no stranger to technological advancements and process automation. So how do manufacturers inspire technological relevance in manufacturing workers, when many don’t want to leave their comfort zone and venture […]
RFgen looks at the complexity of supply chain management and notes that “to make it happen, people, processes, and technology must gel into one symbiotic ecosystem.” Finding the synergy between ERP systems, consulting services, and inventory management provides the efficiency warehouses need. Understanding how these three areas work together in a very symbiotic way, clearly […]
Many organizations require third-party vendors like suppliers, contract manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers to deliver their product labeling. Compliance labeling requires clear and consistent processes and organizations spend time and money to ensure their labels are accurate. Many organizations are finding that having Supplier labeling in the Cloud is the best way to ensure compliance. […]
We hear from our partners what their customers deem to be challenges in manufacturing and now Manufacturing Business Technology (MBT), a digital magazine providing the latest news, and products relating to manufacturing and supply chain management, shares what they are hearing about manufacturing challenges and their numerous industry resources. To give some perspective on the […]
We don’t often think twice about how the items we order are picked and pulled from the warehouse and mailed to our doorstep. Beyond this product arriving at your home, there is a rather elaborate, somewhat scientific process that occurs in warehouses to perfect this method. Our partners at RFgen share best practices for warehouse […]
We have heard a lot through the news lately of drug shortages, mostly over-the-counter cold and flu medications, but what is the process when prescription drugs are in short supply? The FDA works closely with the pharmaceutical industry and stakeholders to “prevent drug shortages and lessen the impact on patients anytime there is a […]
Loftware provides solutions that “refine how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork and scale across their global landscape.” With an end-to-end digital platform that enables companies to meet their goals in all aspects of the supply chain, from product development and product packaging to distribution and consumer sales. Focusing on just […]
The relationship between manufacturers and distributors can be complicated at times. The heavy reliance on each other to move products and the continuous care and feeding in a rapidly changing environment, can create tension and weaken this relationship. Through years of experience working with distributors and manufacturers, some best practices have been identified that may […]