Supply chains were never easy to manage. They span continents and rely on countless partners. And they experience constant disruption. Things have always been complicated, though lately, that complexity has become a massive liability. Over the past few years, global shocks – from port closures and pandemics to energy crises, trade volatility, and high-profile cyberattacks…
Supply chains aren’t new. They’ve been around since humans first began trading goods – evolving from simple localized systems into the complex global networks we rely on today. But something fundamental has shifted. Today’s supply chains do more than move products. They determine whether businesses thrive or fail. As EY noted in a recent report,…
Foodservice equipment distributors (FES) face growing operational complexity—from fragmented systems to supply chain challenges and tight margins. During our recent webinar, Smart Growth for Foodservice Equipment Distributors, panelists from Velosio, Restaurant Equipment Market (REM), and Red Dog Advisors shared how modern ERP platforms like NetSuite are helping distributors simplify operations, improve visibility, and drive smart…
Your supply chain now faces more variables than just a few years ago. The challenge is no longer identifying the volatility, but bridging the gap between sensing that something is wrong and fully understanding what changed, what it means, and how you plan to respond while there’s still an opportunity to act. Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
The cannabis industry is heading into 2026 with both momentum and uncertainty. Growth hasn’t stopped, but the easy-money era is over. Pricing is volatile, states are tightening rules on hemp products, and federal rescheduling could change tax models overnight. Meanwhile, consumer demand is shifting, compliance technology is evolving, and sustainability is moving from “good practice”…
Even experienced NetSuite users may not realize how much untapped potential exists within their current systems. For distributors and manufacturers, operational challenges such as complex quoting, inventory management, and workflow inefficiencies can limit growth and slow decision-making. RED ONE, powered by NetSuite, is designed to address these challenges and help businesses unlock hidden value. Identifying…
Background With an extensive 20,000 square foot retail store and a sprawling 100,000 square foot warehouse facility, Restaurant Equipment Market (REM) is the largest retail store for restaurant equipment and supplies in the Southeastern US. Its comprehensive range of products includes kitchen essentials, refrigeration, furniture, and ventilation. Since 1992, the REM team has been passionate about…
Background Founded in 1957, Supply Side USA has grown to be the industry leader in packaging, shipping, moving and storage for retail suppliers. Supply Side takes the guesswork out of the retail experience by providing fast-selling products that complement each other. This includes locks, packing tape, protective kits, boxes, and impulse items. Supply Side provides…
1. Why Supply Chain Disruption is Hitting Growers Hard Growers across the country are concerned with the impact of tariffs and how global tensions will impact the price and availability of supplies. Are you prepared for rapid changes in the price of fertilizer? Do you have a plan for if your materials are held up…
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are reshaping industries, and the business community is abuzz with the opportunities they bring. Among these advancements, Microsoft’s Copilot stands out, offering tools to enhance productivity and automate repetitive tasks. This article provides an overview of the Copilot functionality available in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM) as…
