Author name: Elijah Charbonneau

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Guide to Cross-Docking for Convenience Distributors

Looking to speed up your delivery process and reduce storage costs? Cross-docking could be the strategy your distribution operation needs. In the convenience distribution world, speed and efficiency aren’t just nice to have—they’re non-negotiable. With stores placing frequent, small-volume orders and customers expecting rapid restocks of high-turnover items, your ability to move products quickly can […]

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Streamline Financial Planning with the DAC Tax Module: Join Our Free Webinar

Struggling with time-consuming tax reporting or disconnected financial systems? You’re not alone. Join our upcoming free live webinar to discover how CDR Software’s DAC Tax Module helps automate tax processes, improve financial decision-making, and simplify planning for companies using DAC ERP. Whether you’re looking to reduce manual effort, increase reporting accuracy, or scale with confidence,

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Lean Warehouse Management: Reduce Waste, Improve Efficiency

Warehouse efficiency isn’t just about moving products faster—it’s about doing more with less. In the world of convenience distribution, where slim margins and tight delivery windows are the norm, reducing waste in operations can be the difference between staying competitive and falling behind. That’s where lean warehouse management comes in. Lean principles, originally developed for

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Transportation Hiring Slows, But Warehousing Booms: What It Means for Distributors

In April 2025, the logistics labor market sent a clear message: warehousing is on the rise, while transportation is treading water. According to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics—highlighted in FreightWaves—the truck transportation sector added just 1,400 jobs in April, a dramatic slowdown compared to the 7,000 added in March. Meanwhile, warehousing

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Guide to WMS for Convenience Distributors

Struggling with inventory accuracy or fulfillment delays? A smart warehouse management solution—like a WMS—might be the answer. In the fast-paced world of convenience distribution, warehouse operations can make or break your bottom line. When your business depends on getting the right products to the right place at the right time, even minor delays or inventory

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Improving the Order Fulfillment Process in Distribution

Looking to speed up order turnaround times without sacrificing accuracy? Here’s how to streamline every stage of your warehouse’s fulfillment process. Why Order Fulfillment Efficiency Matters In the world of convenience distribution—where distributors deliver a high volume of fast-moving goods like snacks, beverages, and tobacco to retail locations—getting the right products to the right place

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Warehouse Inventory Management: Best Practices & Tips

Inventory accuracy can make or break a warehouse operation. When stock levels are off, orders get delayed, customers are frustrated, and your bottom line takes a hit. Sound familiar?  For convenience distributors, warehouse inventory management isn’t just about tracking stock—it’s about staying ahead of demand, reducing shrinkage, and keeping operations running smoothly. But that’s easier

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Unlock API Power for Convenience Distributors – Webinar

Discover how RPG-based API integrations can enhance your IBM i system and streamline your distribution operations. In today’s fast-paced candy and tobacco distribution industry, efficiency is everything. From managing vendor relationships to ensuring seamless supply chain operations, the ability to integrate and automate data flows is critical. IBM i systems provide a strong, reliable foundation

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