Inventory Visibility: Why “Available” Does Not Always Mean Accurate A sales rep confirms an order because the system shows 500 units on hand. A retailer’s replenishment engine places an automatic reorder based on the same number. An EDI team transmits an ASN confirming full shipment. And somewhere in a warehouse, the actual count is 340 … Read More →
The Role of Warehouse Management Systems and Transportation Management Systems in Partner Communication Partner communication in the supply chain is not only about emails, portals, or phone calls. Much of it happens through systems. When a customer wants to know what was shipped, when it left, which carrier has it, what is inside each carton, … Read More →
Real-Time Inventory Visibility: Where EDI Still Matters and Where APIs Add More Value Inventory visibility has become one of the most important requirements in modern retail. Retailers, suppliers, warehouses, and logistics partners all need faster access to accurate inventory data in order to support replenishment, fulfillment, allocation, and customer expectations. This often leads to a … Read More →
Retail EDI’s Next Front Door: What GS1’s New 2D Barcode Guidance Means Retail data exchange is no longer just about what happens between back-end systems. It increasingly starts at the shelf, the pack, and the scanner. In September 2025, GS1 released its 2D Barcode Playbook for Retail Scanners, a practical guide focused on preparing scanners … Read More →