Salesforce Field Service Lightning (FSL) is designed for any business that has a fleet of people in the field – deliveries, repairs, installation, etc. FSL streamlines the process for resources in the field through numerous different features. For example, FSL permits field service resources to finish work orders while staying on the job site, enables […]
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A sea of new opportunities awaits with the new decade a mere 47 days away. Zebra’s 2019 Warehouse Vision Study outlines several challenges warehouses can expect to face within the next five years, while also highlighting exciting new implementations coming our way. From increased warehouse automation to familiar Android-powered systems, Ascent Solutions explores every facet of efficient […]
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As many businesses continue to chase a simple, seamless back office solution it is surprising how often payment processing is overlooked and not prioritized. Efficiently processing payments is an integral piece of running any successful business. An unorganized payment processing system can lead to negative consequences such as late payments, jumbled payment/customer information, workplace confusion, […]
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You might have experienced the disappointment of attempting to buy an item only for it to be out-of-stock. Unfortunately, this experience is quite common. Business analysts at the IHL Group estimated retailers have lost as much as $144.9 billion due to stock shortage in North America alone. Not only do out-of-stocks drain revenue, but they also impact […]
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As warehouse operations become more dynamic, the risk for inaccurate shipments also increases, costing businesses approximately $15 per returned package. That translates into nearly $1,500 spent for 100 mis-shipped orders. Furthermore, inaccurate shipments can impact customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and employee morale. While there are many efficient methods to improve order accuracy, optimizing your data […]
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The warehouses of today looks a lot more different than the warehouses from ten years ago. New operational dynamics – such as lenient return policies and same-day shipping – have inspired new technologies to boost productivity without straining your workforce. As a result, intelligent systems such as the Internet of Things (IoT) have surfaced as […]
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Last year, the average customer spent nearly $1000 on holiday shopping. This year, retailers project an increase in holiday spending, with at least 53% of customers shopping online. Consequently, warehouses and distribution centers can expect an increased need for order management. Manufacturers will also need to be aware of the possibility of counterfeits. In 2017, the […]
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Since same-day deliveries are becoming the new norm, mobile workers need to move faster to keep up with the market’s new demands. This trend means your mobile workers need the tools to make this happen. Specializing in workforce efficiency, Ascent Solutions equips mobile workers with both hardware and software designed to make your employees more efficient […]
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Many people gloss over the importance of proper labeling, but evidence shows that proper labels are crucial for a successful business. Inadequate labeling can lead to endless overwhelming consequences such as missed deadlines, increased expenses, lost inventory, heavy fines and unsatisfied customers. Serving a variety of functions, a robust labeling system must be versatile enough […]
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Roughly three out of ten online purchases are eventually returned. To thrive in the new digital market, online stores have adapted to offer new and more flexible return policies to their customers. Therefore, it is no surprise that 68% of global retailers see return management as a key challenge facing warehouses today. Retail analysts at […]
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