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Embracing Cloud-Based Supplier Labeling

In Part 1 of this blog series, Supplier Labeling and the Cloud (Posted on May 16, 2023), we explored the challenges organizations face when outsourcing product labeling to third-party vendors and how it can impact efficiency and costs. We learned that inconsistent labeling practices from suppliers can lead to inaccuracies, delays in processing goods, and […]


Navigating offline inventory management

“In warehouse management, where the constant movement of goods is the norm, effective inventory management is pivotal. Fast-moving operations can’t afford to wait when technical systems go offline.” Offline inventory management in warehouses refers to the processes that take place while the inventory system isn’t connected to the enterprise resource planning system (ERP). In the […]


Inspiring technological relevance in manufacturing workers

We are hearing more and more about AI and the concern that it will take over many jobs and aspects of our lives and manufacturing is no stranger to technological advancements and process automation. So how do manufacturers inspire technological relevance in manufacturing workers, when many don’t want to leave their comfort zone and venture […]


Synergy in ERP systems and inventory management

RFgen looks at the complexity of supply chain management and notes that “to make it happen, people, processes, and technology must gel into one symbiotic ecosystem.” Finding the synergy between ERP systems, consulting services, and inventory management provides the efficiency warehouses need. Understanding how these three areas work together in a very symbiotic way, clearly […]


Supplier labeling and the Cloud

Many organizations require third-party vendors like suppliers, contract manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers to deliver their product labeling. Compliance labeling requires clear and consistent processes and organizations spend time and money to ensure their labels are accurate.  Many organizations are finding that having Supplier labeling in the Cloud is the best way to ensure compliance. […]


3 Common Manufacturing Challenges

We hear from our partners what their customers deem to be challenges in manufacturing and now Manufacturing Business Technology (MBT), a digital magazine providing the latest news, and products relating to manufacturing and supply chain management, shares what they are hearing about manufacturing challenges and their numerous industry resources. To give some perspective on the […]


Revolutionizing warehouse operations

RFgen, a leader in mobile barcoding and data collection, revolutionizes warehouse operations by identifying some key elements to optimize efficiencies and reduce labor costs. They looked at four areas to achieve these improvements: strategy and planning, warehouse layout optimization, process improvement, and labor management. Strategy and Planning – U.S. labor costs have risen 5.1% year […]


Best practices for warehouse order picking

We don’t often think twice about how the items we order are picked and pulled from the warehouse and mailed to our doorstep. Beyond this product arriving at your home, there is a rather elaborate, somewhat scientific process that occurs in warehouses to perfect this method. Our partners at RFgen share best practices for warehouse […]


Loftware supports UBS APLINK production line printers

Supporting United Barcode Systems (UBS)’ APLINK production line printer is new to the labeling solutions that Loftware offers its customers. The APLINK LCX Series is a new-generation High-Resolution Inkjet System, specifically designed and developed to code on porous, secondary cases.  This new solution allows users to design messages, codes, and complex barcode label templates for […]


How the FDA handles drug shortages

  We have heard a lot through the news lately of drug shortages, mostly over-the-counter cold and flu medications, but what is the process when prescription drugs are in short supply?  The FDA works closely with the pharmaceutical industry and stakeholders to “prevent drug shortages and lessen the impact on patients anytime there is a […]