Posts Tagged ‘Manufacturers’
When Accuracy Matters: The Real Cost of Outdated Obsolete Life Cycle Codes
Learn how IDEA Connector helps manufacturers manage product obsolescence with life cycle codes for better customer experience.
Read MoreSupporting the Industry
A Vital Role for CEOs and Technology Leaders By David Oldfather, President & CEO, IDEA In the fast-paced world of technology and commerce, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle of innovation and progress. However, amidst the digital revolution, there lies a fundamental need to support the very foundation of our industries. This is…
Read MoreRevolutionizing Supply Chains with Smart Life Cycle Strategies
The Role of Item Status Codes in Achieving Optimal Sales and Inventory With supply chain disruptions becoming the norm, identifying a product’s life cycle stage is more important than ever. No longer just a logistical necessity, Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) is a strategic asset that puts manufacturers’ brands in front of customers and ahead…
Read MoreCase Study: Wayne Pipe’s Journey with EDI Managed Services
Wayne Pipe & Supply, Inc., a leader in plumbing and industrial supplies in Northeast Indiana, transitions to IDEA Exchange EDI Managed Services, enhancing efficiency and reliability in their mission-critical B2B communications. A Legacy of Innovation Founded in 1896, Wayne Pipe and Supply has established itself as a key player in the plumbing, heating, and industrial…
Read MoreCase Study: Atkore Navigates EDI System Transition with Precision
Leading electrical solutions provider, Atkore Inc., transitions to IDEA Exchange’s EDI Value-Added Network (VAN) platform, supporting the industry, achieving savings, and amplifying efficiency and reliability in critical B2B communications. Building Better Together Atkore Inc. is a leading manufacturer of electrical products for commercial, industrial, data center, telecommunications, and solar applications. With 5,600 employees and $3.5B…
Read MoreWhat Contractors Really Need: A Straight-Talk Perspective
How Accurate Information Fuels Efficiency in Construction By Jim Johnson, President & CEO, NEMRA Recently, I shared about what contractors really need to stay on track at eBiz 2023. In an industry where deadlines are fixed, let’s dive into why getting accurate, real-time information from the start is vital for the success of construction projects—and…
Read MoreErase Inefficiency with End-to-End Connected Supply Chains
Panelists: Satya Sanivarapu, Technology Director, Digital Supply Chains, NAED | Erika TenEyck, Director of Business Intelligence Programs, NAED | Don Leavens, Chief Economist and SVP of Business Intelligence, NEMA | Jim Johnson, President and CEO, NEMRA | Carol McGlogan, President & CEO, EFC | Denise Keating, VP of Customer Success, IDEA. Moderated by Scott Costa,…
Read MoreWebinar: The DATA Method: How to Drive Real Business Results with Better Product Data
Are you tired of struggling with inaccurate product data in your supply chain? To boost sales and streamline ordering processes, it’s essential to have product data that matches the manufacturer’s data precisely. However, this can be a daunting task. Join this session to explore IDEA’s roadmap for improving data quality in the industry. Learn how…
Read MoreIDEA and SPARXiQ Announce Partnership to Accelerate Electrical Industry Channel Performance
Arlington, VA — The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA), the industry-owned technology company and leading provider of electrical product data, announces a partnership with SPARXiQ, an industrial technology company, to provide a broad range of solutions to increase channel efficiency in order processing and fulfillment cycles. From product manufacturing to distribution and on through…
Read MoreDistributED Podcast: IDEA’s Denise Keating Discusses NAED’s Journey of Product Data Research
Join Scott Costa, publisher of tED, as he interviews Denise Keating, IDEA’s VP of Customer Success, about NAED’s Journey of Product Data Research. Highlights from the podcast: Electrical distributors and manufacturers are encouraged to have their product experts participate in the Harmonized Data Model (HDM) Subject Matter Expert Task Force. Get involved by filling out this…
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