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Just-in-time vs Just-in-case stock control – a guide

JIT v JIC stock management For years companies have operated a just-in-time (JIT) supply chain model, only ordering stock items...

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How to improve eCommerce inventory management

Better inventory management for ecommerce businesses Since the coronavirus pandemic, the growth in ecommerce sales has been phenomenal.  But if...

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8 demand forecasting techniques for better inventory management

What is demand forecasting? We can’t accurately predict the future without being able to travel through time. So, when it...

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Industry 4.0: the digital supply chain

Industry 4.0, also called the fourth industrial revolution, is happening right now. It’s the name given to the rapid trend...

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How to prevent stockouts: 5 top tips

The current causes of stockouts Since the coronavirus pandemic took hold, businesses across the globe have faced stock availability challenges....

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How to calculate safety stock (the right way)

Why should I calculate and use safety stock? Determining appropriate levels of stock across a business can be very challenging....

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Reorder point planning: How to calculate reorder points

What is reorder point planning? Reordering point planning involves calculating when stock levels hit a point at which it’s the...

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4 inventory management challenges to overcome for success

Any organisation that holds stock is up against a multitude of inventory management challenges. For starters, the international trading landscape...

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Automation Hero October 2021: TerraSana

Wouter van der Zwaan is this October’s Automation Hero! Wouter recently implemented EazyStock at TerraSana Natuurvoeding BV, integrating it with...

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Why it’s smart to use ERP apps to enhance ERP functionality

The advantages of using ERP apps Technology is constantly evolving and organisations that want to stay ahead of the game...

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The ultimate guide to managing supply chain disruption

What is supply chain disruption? As globalisation encourages supplier networks to extend across the world, the likelihood of supply chain...

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8 Reasons to improve demand and inventory planning

Do you need better demand and inventory planning? Many inventory planners find that their current processes are sufficient for basic...

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