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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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A Practical Guide to Warehouse Automation

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The convenience distribution industry is evolving fast, driven by rising demand, labor shortages, and the need for faster, more accurate deliveries. To keep up, many distributors are turning to automation to improve efficiency while controlling costs. Once reserved for massive distribution centers, automation is now within reach for warehouses of all sizes. Advances in technology

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DAC Financials Webinar March 26th: Unlock Smarter Financial Management

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Managing finances effectively is critical for any distribution business. Without the right tools, financial processes can become time-consuming, error-prone, and difficult to scale as your company grows. That’s where DAC Financials, a core part of DAC ERP, comes in—providing a flexible, fully integrated financial solution designed specifically for convenience distributors. Join us for an exclusive

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Optimizing Warehouse Layout for Maximum Efficiency

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A well-optimized warehouse layout is more than just an organized storage space—it’s the backbone of efficient operations. When designed strategically, it minimizes wasted space, improves workflow, and reduces order processing times. But without careful planning, poor layouts can lead to congestion, bottlenecks, and delays, ultimately affecting customer satisfaction and operational costs. For warehouse managers in

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