The 2025 Less-Than-Truckload Freight Class Shake-Up: What It Means for You
Discover how the right technology and support can help you navigate NMFC changes with confidence Shipping less-than-truckload (LTL) freight can feel like playing a game of Tetris. It involves constantly trying to fit different pieces together just right. And lucky for you, 2025 just added a few new pieces. As of July 19th, the National […]
7 Smart Ways AI-Led Warehouses Improve High-Volume Fulfillment
Discover how Order Fulfillment Warehouse Management powered by AI boosts efficiency, accuracy, and scalability for high-volume e-commerce operations.
RFID in the Warehouse: Benefits, Limitations, and What Convenience Distributors Should Know
Curious about RFID and whether it belongs in your warehouse? Here’s what you need to know. What is RFID and How Does It Work? Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a wireless tracking technology that uses electromagnetic fields to identify and monitor tagged objects automatically. Unlike traditional barcodes, which require line-of-sight scanning, RFID allows items to […]
Modern Shipping for IBM i: Extend the Life and Power of Your AS/400 System
Discover how Varsity can level-up your IBM i shipping without deplatforming Released over 35 years ago, the AS/400 (now known as IBM i) entered the market as a groundbreaking system for the digital work environment. For decades, its powerful and scalable structure has propelled some of the biggest brands and complex supply chains toward success. […]
Using Data Analytics to Optimize Warehouse Performance
Want to know how top-performing warehouses stay ahead? Data-driven decisions might be the missing link. Warehouse operations today are more demanding—and more essential—than ever. For convenience distributors, speed, accuracy, and efficiency aren’t just nice to have. They’re the difference between keeping a loyal customer and losing business to a faster competitor. Amid rising expectations and […]
4 Inventory Types Every Manager Should Know (and Why They Matter)
Optimize your warehouse inventory with proven strategies for managing raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and MRO supplies for maximum efficiency
IBM i (AS/400) Guide: Managing Increased Parcel Throughput
Learn how IBM i (AS/400) Power users can streamline their shipping operations and increase their parcel throughput with ease Up and running since 1988, IBM i (AS/400) operating systems (now Power Systems), are a cornerstone of many businesses’ shipping operations. Today, over 100,000 companies, including numerous Fortune 500 enterprises, continue to rely on IBM i […]
1D Barcode vs 2D Barcode: What’s the Difference and Which Scanner is Right for Your Warehouse?
Discover the key differences between 1D vs 2D Barcode technology for warehouses Learn which barcode solution best fits your inventory and data needs
Efficient On-Demand Warehousing: Save on Storage and Shipping Costs
Discover how on demand warehousing can cut logistics costs, boost flexibility, and streamline your supply chain with actionable strategies and expert insights.
From Paper to Digital Webinar: How CDR Transformed Communication with EDI
Still relying on paper to manage your business processes? You’re not alone—but there’s a better way. Many distributors face the same bottleneck: outdated, manual communication workflows that are time-consuming, error-prone, and inefficient. At CDR Software, we decided to change that. Our journey to Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has reshaped how we—and our customers—do business. And […]