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Review Your Inventory Management Style: Is Push or Pull Better?
28 Aug 2020 | Windward Software
Inventory control software can be configured to work with either push or pull management methods. But with uncertainty in the supply chain "Why not try a blended approach?"
There is an ongoing debate as to which inventory control method works best: ‘push’ or ‘pull.’ Each approach has its pros and cons that require careful consideration. However, for those who use...
Manage Inventory Quantities and Procurement by Using Existing Data
22 Jul 2020 | Windward Software
Sometimes it is necessary to order an item that meets a customer's custom requirements, other times they just grab what's available right off of your shelf. How do you determine what to order, by what means, and how much? There are several reporting options to explore, but the first hurdle to overcome is the customer's order being taken.
Adapt to Today’s Market Dynamics with a Business Efficiency Check-in
16 Jul 2020 | Windward Software
There might not be a magic button that will save the day, but the Business Efficiency Check-in from the Windward Professional Services Catalog can help you identify a few areas to squeeze more out of your software.
Master Accounting Without Looking Like an Amateur (even if you are)
9 Jul 2020 | Windward Software
With mid-year financial reporting fresh in your mind, you may have discovered some things in your business that you would like to know more about. In this week's blog, we're going to point you toward some resources that are available with your maintenance contract and also offer some advanced help via our Professional Services Catalog.
Simplify Dimensional Inventory Using Z-Sheets
3 Jul 2020 | Windward Software
Often customers require one of your products with a custom length and/or width. Think about carpeting, or plywood, sheet metal, or even fabric. Likewise, there are many products that would be cut to length such as moulding, chain or cabling, steel products, etc.
Work Order Sub-types Will Give You Visibility to Customer Order Status
18 Jun 2020 | Windward Software
Why You Should Implement Barcode Scanning in your Business
12 Jun 2020 | Windward Software
Windward Software’s inventory control software provides comprehensive, easy-to-use barcoding solutions that streamline everything from point of sale to receiving to stock counts