One giant leap towards inventory control on distant worlds. Image source When Neil Armstrong first walked on the moon 55 years ago, it was considered a marvel of engineering, leadership, and perseverance, and rightfully so. Few observers at the time realized the successful landing was intrinsically linked to inventory management. With no way to replenish […]
The Top E-Commerce Trends for 2025
Technology and system integration are taking E-Commerce to new heights. Image source After just a few decades of existence, E-commerce has become a staple of the worldwide economy, rivaling brick-and-mortar shopping as the de facto order fulfillment mode for millions of businesses and individual customers. Third-party platforms, enhanced user experiences, and unlimited mobility have continued […]
Perpetual vs. Periodic Inventory Systems: Which Should You Choose?
Making an informed choice between visibility and simplicity. ©Africa images via Canva.com Audits and cycle counts have always been an important part of the inventory management process, ensuring that recorded information on part quantity, location, and quality matches the physical reality in warehouses and retail outlets. But what if there was a way to have […]
6 Keys to Next-Level Customer Order Tracking
Technology, tools, and tips to remove order fulfillment blind spots Image source When Federal Express launched their first package tracking system in 1979, it signaled a shift in the way retail and transportation businesses approached customer service and quality control. For the first time, buyers could do more than patiently wait for deliveries with no […]
The Unique Challenges of Franchise Inventory Management
Overcoming franchising hurdles with advanced inventory management solutions. Image source The concept of franchising has been with us for over a century, with successful businesses accelerating expansion by licensing their name, logo, and products to others who hope to duplicate their success using an established template. As many would-be franchisors (founders) have learned, catching lighting […]
Finding the Right Warehouse Automation Tools for Your Business
The invisible thread between conveyors, barcodes, and lights-out operation. ©vanitjan via Canva.com The first application of steam-powered machinery to reduce the burden on human workers and improve efficiency marked the beginning of the Industrial Revolution over 200 years ago. With the addition of computer technology, robotics, and wireless communication, the warehouse and factory automation we […]




