Functions of Good Packaging How important is packaging design, really? Afterall, isn’t it just the box that a product comes in? There is more to it than that. Packaging plays a role in all aspects of the supply chain, from the moment a customer places an order all the way to that order’s fulfillment. When done correctly, a package protects the product from damage while also promoting the brand and…
Read MoreSupply Chain Packaging Packaging has a significant impact on each stage of the supply chain and is critical not only to protecting your product during transport, but to reducing inefficiencies, material usage, and waste. When companies take the time to properly design their packaging with the supply chain in mind, they are able to streamline their packaging operations with automation, reduce transportation…
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8 Key Metrics for Effective Spend Management Spend management, the practice of monitoring a company's procurement expenses, is a crucial method for cutting costs and enhancing productivity. To optimize your spend management strategy, it's essential to keep a close eye on your performance. The specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) you should focus on can vary from one company to another, depending…
Read MoreEnhancing Spend Management Through Automation: Addressing Challenges and Gaining Efficiency Automations throughout the supply chain have proven their effectiveness in reducing costs and enhancing efficiency. When applied to spend analysis and management, automated processes offer the potential to exert greater control over expenses and provide deeper insights into spending patterns. Let's explore…
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Developing or Improving a Spend Management Strategy Spend management is the process of collecting, categorizing, and evaluating spend data in the procurement process to reduce costs and improve efficiencies. Spend management is an important tool that ensures your business is not wasting money on unnecessary or redundant expenses in the procurement and sourcing process. In order to capitalize on spend…
Read MoreLeveraging Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Supply Chain Management In recent years, disruptions to the global supply chain have become increasingly common, with the ongoing pandemic impacting industries worldwide. To address these challenges, supply chain leaders have been exploring innovative solutions, one of which is the integration of robotics and automated processes. This article will delve…
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Print Management with Group O When customers walk into retail stores – whether it be to shop for new clothes or to snag the latest mobile device – the artwork, displays, and other printed marketing materials inside will impact their purchasing decisions (positively or negatively). To ensure that printed marketing materials meet quality and brand standards and are delivered on time, many companies…
Read MoreAs part of Group O’s mobile device lifecycle management services, our expert technicians perform destructive testing on thousands of mobile devices each year. Destructive testing is designed to give both carriers and OEMs the confidence that their mobile devices will withstand the typical wear and tear of everyday use. The Importance of Destructive Testing Throughout a day, mobile devices tend to…
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Mobile Device Testing Non-destructive Techniques Non-destructive mobile device testing is part of Group O’s mobile device lifecycle management services. Our non-destructive testing is part of our First Article Inspection (FAI) process and involves a variety of mobile device testing procedures designed to be fully customizable to fit the needs of individual carriers and original equipment manufacturers…
Read MoreRewarding Customer Referrals: Refer a Friend Programs When was the last time you tried something new based on a recommendation? From reading a book recommended by a family member to eating at a new restaurant your friend can’t stop talking about, many of our decisions are influenced by referrals. In fact, research shows that 92% of consumers trust referrals and recommendations from friends and family.…
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