An optimized order fulfillment process equates to an accelerated order-to-cash cycle. Conversely, bloated order fulfillment operations mean you’re wasting resources somewhere. So how can [...]
What is order processing? Order processing includes all steps taken to fulfilling a customer’s orders. We can break this down into three main processes: picking, packing, and delivery. [...]
What is a 2D Barcode? A 2D barcode is a scannable image stamped on an inventory item in order to access data about the item, including item name and SKU. Warehouse staff members use barcodes in [...]
Here at SalesPad, we define ourselves by our customer’s success. We’re driven by radical improvement, in whatever form it takes. Whether that’s decreased order fulfillment time, more [...]
A simple Google search for EDI transaction codes is enough to make your head spin. All of the different numbers, codes, and acronyms can quickly become overwhelming. But that’s where we [...]
What is a packing list? A packing list, often called a packing slip, is a document that accompanies a shipment. Packing lists inform transport agencies, government authorities, and customers [...]
Is a lack of selling options holding your business back? At some point in every healthy, growing distribution company’s life, they reach a point where they need to expand their selling [...]
What is lead time? Lead time, in the order processing sense of the term, is the total time that elapses between order placement and receipt. It’s the amount of time that it takes your [...]
What is wave picking? Wave picking is an inventory picking and packing strategy. Instead of picking items on an order-by-order basis, teams of employees pick all of each individual inventory item [...]
Item entry is one of those tasks at a product-centric distribution company that carries a pretty wide range of stress levels for the employees saddled with it. If your business deals primarily [...]
