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Since Automated Data Collection (ADC) is worth it …

Because it can enable companies to save 100’s of thousands of dollars in labor, inventory and operating expenses that all drive higher customer satisfaction.

Now let’s examine why it’s important to utilize an ADC system that is native to Dynamics AX; the answer is in how AX defines, manages and tracks inventory. (more…)

The Advanced Distribution Partners will be exhibiting in Booth 327 at AXUG (Microsoft Dynamics AX User Group) Summit 2010 later this month! AXUG Summit is the premier annual conference for Dynamics AX users, AXUG Partners and key Dynamics AX personnel from Microsoft. Summit 2010 will occur October 18 to 21 (with optional training courses and meeting opportunities on October 18 and 22) at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld Hotel. (more…)

“Automated data collection technology is used to enter information into a business computer system.  It relies on machine-readable bar code symbols to increase the speed and accuracy of collected data.”  Many companies have invested in new computer systems to embrace the future and gain a competitive edge, but now they wonder: What was it all for, and where did we go wrong (Knearle, 1994)?  (more…)

Ten Things to Plan for in ’11 is designed to help distributors confront the obstacles they will need to overcome in the next year to build a profitable business plan, while providing proven tactics to accurately forecast distribution sales, skillfully execute scenario planning and efficiently link sales forecasts to cash projections. (more…)

Microsoft recently announced Microsoft AX for Retail- a new end-to-end solution for midsized specialty retailers that offers a deep level of integration across point of sale, store management, supply chain, merchandising and financials to address business productivity, while enhancing customer service.

Microsoft’s main selling point to retailers is that Dynamics AX for Retail integrates with the Microsoft solution stack. It’s designed for midsize retailers, supporting various functions, such as merchandising, point-of-sale, store management and supply-chain operations.

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Discover the 10 things Distribution Leaders need to confront in their 2011 business plans!  The Advanced Distribution Partners invite you to attend our upcoming webinar: Ten Things to Plan for in ’11, featuring distribution industry expert, Brent Grover. (more…)

Ten Things to Plan for in ’11 is designed to provide distributors with practical advice on how to build a profitable business plan for the year ahead. 2011 threatens to be another challenging year for wholesale distribution leaders. (more…)

Productivity is important. In fact, you could say that it’s a critical competitive parameter and the foundation on which business success is built.  Business success is highly more attainable when improving the productivity of employees.

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Efficiently managing a distribution business is a struggle in any market. Too little inventory causes delayed orders, creating missed deadlines. Too much inventory gives you dead weight and comes at a high cost to your warehouse. Finding that balance in an economy is an art form coupled with precision analytics.

Six-time best-selling Distribution Management Author – Brent Grover

Learn about Managing A Wholesale Distribution Business in the Muddle Through Economy with six-time best-selling distribution management author, keynote speaker and 20+ year veteran to the distribution industry, Brent Grover.

A muddled market can mean more obstacles to overcome, such as:

• Cautious and timid customers, suppliers and lenders.
• Potential government intervention with interest rates and tax rates creating sceptics.
• Managing the risk of deflation while managing the return of inflation.

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As a multi-channel distributor, you are, no doubt, feeling the pressure to help both manufacturers and retail customers manage their operational activities within their supply chain.  There are a large number of challenges that serving in this “middleman” role creates, from both an internal operation perspective as well as from market factors outside your organization.  By selecting a comprehensive, fully-integrated business solution to balance the demands of extended supply chains and move products more efficiently, you can increase sales, improve fill rates, and decrease costs, thereby staying more competitive in an ever-challenging industry.

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