IQPC 2019 Pharmaceutical Packaging and Labelling SummitThis year I once again had the pleasure of attending, chairing and presenting at the IQPC Pharmaceutical Packaging and Labelling Summit in Zurich on 18th and 19th June. Many thanks to Lucy Comer and the team at IQPC for organising the event. Read more
All About Workflow: When & Why to Re-Evaluate Workflow Software NeedsWhen faced with time-consuming processes and an increased risk of error, alternative methods need to be considered to improve collaboration, ensure compliance, and eliminate labeling and packaging delays. Read more
Global Label Management: Automated ProcessesWhen faced with time-consuming processes and an increased risk of error, alternative methods need to be considered to improve collaboration, ensure compliance, and eliminate labeling and packaging delays. Read more
Are You Outgrowing Your Barcode Labeling Software?Labeling plays a critical role in every company’s supply chain and is part of today’s digital transformation. As business environments become more global and complex, companies need to look at labeling differently to keep pace with evolving technologies and to meet the demands of new multi-faceted, dynamic supply chains. Read more
Companies of all kinds are finding their way to the Software-as-a-Service technology model. SaaS applications are hosted entirely offsite and purchased as a monthly or annual subscription. Read more
As packaging artwork becomes more important to the product, delays in delivering accurate and approved package artwork have an increasing impact on time to market and a company’s bottom line. Read more
In a recent article in 'In2: Optimizing Time to Market' Nigel Winteringham, Loftware's Business Development Director for the EMEA Region, discusses the four signs that your speed to market isn't fully optimized. Read more
Employees ‘Commute Smart’ during May B2B ChallengePORTSMOUTH -- During the recent Commute Smart B2B Challenge sponsored by CommuteSMART Seacoast, 976 employees from 64 Seacoast companies used a sustainable form of transportation to commute to work or school. Read more
Loftware, a developer of enterprise labeling and artwork management software, has launched Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. This digital platform is specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of device manufacturers and support the challenges of labeling in validated environments. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
Loftware Announces Enterprise Labeling Solution For The Medical Device IndustryLoftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
Seacoast employers are gearing up to compete for the honor of having the smartest and greenest commuting workforce in the upcoming Commute Smart B2B Challenge. Read more
Seacoast employers are gearing up to compete for the honor of having the smartest and greenest commuting workforce in the upcoming Commute Smart B2B Challenge. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management Solutions, today announced the availability of Loftware Spectrum for Medical Device. Read more
As business environments become more global and complex, companies need to look at labeling differently to keep pace with evolving technologies and to meet the demands of new multi-faceted, dynamic supply chains. Read more
As businesses extend their reach across the global supply chain, labeling has become more prominent, involving multiple departments and requiring a new level of attention.Read more
The next 12-18 months are shaping up to be an important time for the label and package printing industry. Read more
Companies have struggled for many years to manage the growing complexities of their supply chains and go-to-market packaging content.Read more
Managing regulatory compliance has always been a challenge for organisations, particularly those in the pharmaceutical space. Read more
Managing regulatory compliance has always been a challenge for organizations, particularly those in the food and beverage industry. Read more
Avoiding Total Recalls: Regulatory Labeling for the Food and Beverage IndustryIn recent memory, no time has more effectively demonstrated the challenges facing the food and beverage industry than spring 2018. Read more
Efficient Production – Workflow EvolvesSeveral aspects of a printed application’s production life cycle benefit from software and automation. In digital print environments, “workflow” has a number of meanings. Read more
Managing regulatory compliance is a constant challenge for those in the chemical industry. Read more
Evolving regulatory requirements in the chemical space has put a burden on the labeling process and the risk is just too great to rely on traditional methods of labeling. Read more
Labeling and artwork management: A convergence on the riseForward-thinking enterprises and industry analysts agree: Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management are converging. But why you may ask, and how can this help business? Read more
Transforming Labeling and Packaging ArtworkIf you haven’t heard yet - forward-thinking enterprises and industry analysts agree: Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management are converging. But why you may ask, and how can this help business? Read more
Labeling and artwork management: A convergence is on the riseIf you haven’t heard yet - forward-thinking enterprises and industry analysts agree: Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management are converging. But why you may ask, and how can this help business? Read more
Labeling and artwork management: A convergence is on the riseIf you haven’t heard yet - forward-thinking enterprises and industry analysts agree: Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management are converging. But why you may ask, and how can this help business? Read more
If you haven't heard yet - forward-thinking enterprises and industry analysts agree: Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management are converging. But why you may ask, and how can this help business? Read more
How and Why Big Data Changes Supply Chain Labeling ForeverSince its invention, the barcode has been the go-to method for tracking inventory in retail. By increasing traceability and visibility in the supply chain, barcodes save retailers thousands of hours of manual work each year and save millions of dollars in the process. Read more
MODEX Momentum: Enterprise Labeling Gets a LifeLast week’s MODEX 2018 event was a first for Loftware as we joined 925 other exhibitors in the more than spacious Georgia World Congress Center. We had never been to the show before, but judging by the great conversations we had with attendees—as well as the many relevant breakout sessions—Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management clearly belong at this 4-day supply chain spectacular. Read more
Loftware Acquires Gap Systems Loftware, Inc., pioneer of Enterprise Labeling Solutions, announced it acquired Gap Systems, a provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. Read more
It’s generally accepted that in the highly regulated medical device industry labeling plays a critical role. The introduction of the FDA’s Unique Device Identification (UDI) system, the creation of the European Commission’s (EU) Medical Device Regulation (MDR) recommendation this past year, and the implementation of similar processes in other regions and countries have helped put labeling front and center. Organizations must not only grapple with compliance, but also continually explore new ways to improve efficiency in getting their product to market. Read more
Globalization and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chains and be able to keep up with complex and ever-changing supply chain dynamics. So, the question is - How has labeling changed with digital transformation and the new global supply chain model and how can labeling solutions meet the needs of today’s enterprise businesses? Read more
Globalization and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chains and be able to keep up with complex and ever-changing supply chain dynamics. So, the big questions are: How has labeling changed with digital transformation and the new global supply chain model and how can labeling solutions meet the needs of today’s enterprise businesses? Read more
Globalization and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chains and be able to keep up with complex and ever-changing supply chain dynamics. So, the question is, how has labeling changed with digital transformation and the new global supply chain model, and how can labeling solutions meet the needs of today’s enterprise businesses? Read more
Since 1916, Modine Manufacturing Co. has provided thermal management solutions for a variety of applications and markets that include automotive, industrial power and HVAC. Headquartered in Racine, Wisc., the company’s 11,200 employees work in operations that span the globe. To ensure accurate labeling in its worldwide operations, the company adopted an enterprise labeling system that also added flexibility and scalability. Read more
Loftware, a specialist in enterprise labeling technology, has acquired UK-based Gap Systems, extending its global presence and introducing a new cloud-based digital platform promising to ‘redefine’ how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Labelling and barcode specialist Loftware has acquired Gap Systems, a provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the UK. Loftware says it now extends its global presence and offers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions that redefine how enterprises create, manage and print complex labelling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Loftware, a global leader in enterprise labeling solutions, has acquired Gap Systems, a leading provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. The acquisition offer Loftware customers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions for how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Acquisition combines enterprise labeling with artwork management. Read more
Loftware, a global leader in enterprise labeling solutions, has acquired Gap Systems, a leading provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. The acquisition offer Loftware customers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions for how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, with over 5,000 customers in 100 countries, announced today that it has acquired Gap Systems, a leading provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. Loftware extends its global presence and offers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions that redefine how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, with over 5,000 customers in 100 countries, announced today that it has acquired Gap Systems, a leading provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. Loftware extends its global presence and offers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions that redefine how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Loftware, a global leader in enterprise labeling solutions, has acquired Gap Systems, a leading provider of SaaS based artwork management solutions headquartered in the United Kingdom. The acquisition offer Loftware customers a new cloud-based digital platform with solutions for how enterprises create, manage and print complex labeling and packaging artwork, and scale across their operations. Read more
Acquisition combines enterprise labeling with artwork management. Read more
Global manufacturer ensures accurate, high-volume labeling. Read more
Globalization and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chains and be able to keep up with complex and ever-changing supply chain dynamics. So, the question is – How has labeling changed with digital transformation and the new global supply chain model and how can labeling solutions meet the needs of today’s enterprise businesses? Read more
Loftware, Inc. has announced Loftware Spectrum 3.5, the latest release of its 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory specific labeling requirements. Spectrum 3.5 which is designed to increase flexibility, efficiency and control over enterprise labeling processes, introduces Business Intelligence capabilities that give users insight into labeling data and activities. The release also offers a new level of control over label design with the introduction of Read more
Globalization and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chains and be able to keep up with complex and ever-changing supply chain dynamics. So, the question is - How has labeling changed with digital transformation and the new global supply chain model and how can labeling solutions meet the needs of today’s enterprise businesses? Read more
Top 5 Trends in Enterprise Labeling: Part TwoCompanies today understand the value of obtaining important business metrics whenever and wherever you need them. For years now, companies have used Business Intelligence (BI) and reporting solutions with many of their enterprise applications to improve business operations. Given the mission-critical role of labeling, it’s only natural that business is expressing the growing need for advanced analytics and reporting from their enterprise labeling solution. This is especially true because labeling has a direct impact on production and supply chain investments. Our recent survey revealed that although a majority of companies don’t currently have BI for labeling, over 71 percent of $1B+ are interested in leveraging real-time analytics and reporting to help drive improvements to labeling solutions. Read more
A new software release supports Epson printers and extends RFID and integration capabilities. Loftware Print Server (LPS) 11.1 enables users to meet complex color labeling demands by providing a new driver for Epson ColorWorks TM-c7500 and C7500GE on-demand printers. Read more
Thermal management provider integrates labeling with software to improve supply chain performance. Since 1916, Modine Manufacturing Company has provided thermal management solutions for a wide variety of applications and markets that include automotive, industrial power and HVAC. Headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, the company’s 11,200 employees work in operations that span the globe. Read more
Modine operates three SAP systems that help manage the company’s complex logistics. A North American system supports 1,400 users in the Americas. A second system, hosted in Germany, supports 1,500 users throughout Europe and Asia-Pacific. The third instance, which became part of the Modine family through a recent acquisition, is used by an additional 300 employees. Modine chose Loftware’s enterprise labeling product – with the SAP connector for certified integration with SAP – to address labeling challenges throughout their supply chain. Read more
Top Five Trends in Enterprise Labeling
Globalisation and digital technologies are changing businesses, especially as companies look to find new ways to amplify growth and expand into new markets. By Josh Roffman, Loftware VP Product Management..’ Read more
Labeling is defined as the particular information associated with a device targeted to the end user or patient or lay caregiver. Medical device labeling helps patients or end users in understanding the device, its operation, care and maintenance. The medical device labeling also provides information about the way device interacts with the body to accomplish its purpose, its place and patient care and treatment program. Read more
Global RFID Smart Labels Sales Market Research Report 2017 to 2022 presents an in-depth assessment of the RFID Smart Labels Sales including enabling technologies, key trends, market drivers, challenges, standardization, regulatory landscape, deployment models, operator case studies, opportunities, future roadmap, value chain, ecosystem player profiles and strategies. Read more
‘The requirements in this market are extremely demanding,’ says Dr Ulli Nägele, head of development and application technology at Herma. ‘On the one hand, the labeling of pharmaceuticals and the complete handling process along the logistics chain must be 100 percent reliable. On the other hand, manufacturers must fulfill an increasing number of legal obligations, for instance regarding serialization, tamper evidence or migration safety.’ Read more
The label and package printing industry tells L&L what will be big in 2018. With the conclusion of a record-breaking Labelexpo Europe, it is safe to say 2017 has been another milestone year for the label and package printing industry. Read more
Pharmaceutical companies continue to adapt to regulations like the FDA's Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and 21 CFR Part 11. At the same time, their supply chain needs to operate more efficiently to compete in a growing marketplace. That's why more and more manufacturers are looking at labeling to provide an edge in the face of these challenges. Read more
Managing supplier goods can be a complex process with multiple stakeholders. You have planning that drives forecast and production scheduling, and procurement that purchases materials based on forecasts. Operations oversees the flow of incoming goods and warehouse management receives inbound shipments. Read more
Today’s medical device manufacturers face a range of evolving requirements and regulations, including labeling, so manufacturers must consider a centralized approach that allows them to integrate labeling processes with existing enterprise resource planning, product lifecycle management, or other validation. The ability to drive data from sources such as SAP or Oracle offers greater accuracy and control. Read more
Loftware, Inc., offers Loftware Spectrum 3.0, the latest release of the company's 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory labeling requirements across global enterprises. Spectrum 3.0 introduces a Business Rules Configurator, an intuitive interface, which empowers business users to streamline the creation and management of labeling logic with easy drag and drop capabilities. Read more
Loftware Inc. has introduced Loftware Spectrum 3.5, its 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory specific labeling requirements. Spectrum 3.5 features Business Intelligence capabilities designed to give users insight into labeling data and activities. The release also offers a new level of control over label design with the introduction of Layers, as well as enhancements for multi-label layout, session management and auditing, along with a new Epson native printer driver. Read more
If you’re like most large manufacturers, the management of supplier goods is a complex process with multiple stakeholders. You have Planning that drives forecast and production scheduling, and Procurement that purchases materials from vendors based on those demand forecasts. Operations oversees the flow of incoming goods in the production line, and then Warehouse Management receives inbound shipments and moves them into inventory until ready for use. While the titles and roles may vary among organizations, the basic supplier workflow is generally the same. Read more
Listening to Loftware’s webinar it’s clear; companies are learning the branding importance, cost savings and process improvements in moving to on-demand color. That’s why Loftware created the native drivers for color label printers now available in their software. Loftware offers drivers for Epson, QLS, CAB and even PCL based laser printers. According to Loftware, native drivers simplifies deployments, enables large scale deployments, reduces network traffic (large data print streams) and optimizes printer performance. Read more
Many pharmaceutical companies are just getting by with their labeling but eager to find a better way to comply with regulations, improve operations, scale labeling across global enterprises, and avoid those scary statistics. Innovations in enterprise labeling can help you sustain compliance while providing a competitive edge. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader inEnterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced Loftware Spectrum 3.5, the latest release of the only 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory specific labeling requirements. Spectrum 3.5 increases flexibility, efficiency, and control over enterprise labeling processes, introducing Business Intelligence capabilities that give users insight into labeling data and activities. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced Loftware Spectrum 3.5, the latest release of the only 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory specific labeling requirements. Spectrum 3.5 increases flexibility, efficiency, and control over enterprise labeling processes, introducing Business Intelligence capabilities that give users insight into labeling data and activities. Read more
Pharmaceutical companies continue to adapt to regulations like the FDA's Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and 21 CFR Part 11. At the same time, their supply chain needs to operate more efficiently to compete in a growing marketplace. That's why more and more manufacturers are looking at labeling to provide an edge in the face of these challenges. Read more
Managing supplier goods can be a complex process with multiple stakeholders. You have planning that drives forecast and production scheduling, and procurement that purchases materials based on forecasts. Operations oversees the flow of incoming goods and warehouse management receives inbound shipments. While the titles and roles may vary among organizations, the basic supplier workflow is generally the same. Read more
If you’re like most large manufacturers, the management of supplier goods is a complex process with multiple stakeholders. While the titles and roles may vary among organizations, the basic supplier workflow is generally the same. Read more
Epson America Inc. (epson.com) and Loftware Inc. (loftware.com) announce a new strategic partnership designed to support the growing demand for color label printing. Now as part of their Enterprise Labeling Solutions offering, used by thousands of companies globally, Loftware is delivering native print drivers that use EPSON ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks® C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. Read more
I'm sure we're all aware of the recent devastation brought on by Hurricane Harvey. The catastrophic impact of this hurricane has resulted in the flooding of over 50 counties and has displaced over 30,000 people who needed to abandon their homes and seek shelter elsewhere.To learn more about how Enterprise Labeling helps companies deal with changing requirements - including unavoidable, often catastrophic events - and sustain global supply chain operations, download this special report. Read more
The BarCode News, the ultimate resource for the barcode industry, has released a new issue of The Bar Code News Magazine. This free, online publication includes case studies, helpful articles. FAQ, and tips pertaining to labeling and the barcode industry. Also a list of upcoming bar code and RFID trade shows and a career page. Read more
Epson America, Inc. and Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, has announced a new strategic partnership designed to support the growing demand for color label printing. Now as part of their Enterprise Labeling Solutions offering, used by thousands of companies globally, Loftware is delivering native print drivers that use EPSON ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks-C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced the latest releases of Loftware Print Server (LPS), Loftware Label Manager (LLM), and the Loftware Universal Connector. LPS 11.1 enables users to meet complex color labeling demands with support for Epson ColorWorks TM-c7500 and C7500GE on-demand printers. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced the latest releases of Loftware Print Server (LPS), Loftware Label Manager (LLM), and the Loftware Universal Connector. LPS 11.1 enables users to meet complex color labeling demands with support for Epson ColorWorks-c7500 and C7500GE on-demand printers. Read more
Looking for a barcode label solution? We've reviewed an entire library of videos produced by some of the biggest barcode label companies around. Take a moment to view these brief but informative videos. Manufacturing supply chain vendors have been using Loftware barcode label solutions to track inventory. Its solutions integrate with major platforms including SAP and Oracle. For companies running Oracle, this video explains how Keitai Telecommunications invested in the Loftware Connector to improve its supply chain labeling integration. Read more
Epson America, Inc. and Loftware, Inc., the Enterprise Labelling Solutions provider, have announced a new strategic partnership designed to support the growing demand for colour label printing.Now as part of their Enterprise Labelling Solutions offering, used by thousands of companies globally, Loftware is delivering native print drivers that use Epson ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. Read more
Epson America and Loftware, Portsmouth, NH, report a new strategic partnership designed to support the growing demand for color label printing. As part of its Enterprise Labeling Solutions offering, Loftware is delivering native print drivers that use Epson ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. Read more
Regulatory and supply chain pressures are causing drug companies to rethink their product labeling strategies.Pharmaceutical companies continue to adapt to regulations like the FDA's Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and 21 CFR Part 11. At the same time, their supply chains need to operate more efficiently to compete in a growing marketplace. That’s why manufacturers are looking at labeling to provide an edge in the face of these challenges. Read more
Enables Customers to Increase Print Speed and Eliminate the Need for Pre-Printed Label Stock, While Meeting Complex Customer and Regulatory Requirements.Epson America, Inc. and Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced a new strategic partnership designed to support the growing demand for color label printing. Read more
Epson America and Loftware have partnered to support the increasing demand for color label printing. As a part of the collaboration, Loftware is delivering native print drivers which use EPSON ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. The demand for color labeling is being driven by the need to support regulatory standards, customer branding demands and product identification. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced the latest releases of Loftware Print Server (LPS), Loftware Label Manager (LLM), and the Loftware Universal Connector. Now as part of their Enterprise Labelling Solutions offering, used by thousands of companies globally, Loftware is delivering native print drivers that use Epson ESC/Label language to drive the Epson ColorWorks C7500 and C7500GE on-demand inkjet label printers. Read more
Pharmaceutical companies continue to adapt to regulations like the FDA’s Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and 21 CFR Part 11. At the same time, their supply chain needs to operate more efficiently to compete in a growing marketplace. That’s why more and more manufacturers are looking at labeling to provide an edge in the face of these challenges. Read more
Labeling can be challenging and today’s medical device manufacturers are faced with a range of evolving requirements and regulations such as UDI, that complicate the process. But labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to overcome challenges, and provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
More than 800 supply chain and information technology (IT) professionals from 32 countries participated in the fourth annual “Top 5 Trends in Enterprise Labeling” survey conducted by Loftware. The results show five significant shifts in labeling that are impacting global supply chains at an unprecedented level. Read more
Labelling can be challenging and today’s medical device manufacturers are faced with a range of evolving requirements and regulations such as UDI, that complicate the process. But labelling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to overcome challenges, and provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
The need to support color label printing is becoming more prevalent across all industries in order to meet evolving customer and corporate branding requirements. Also, new government regulations, which require the use of color, are leading businesses to completely overhaul the way they identify and label products. These evolving mandates are further driving investments in color labeling. Read more
Laura Johnson answers "What is barcode labelling and how is it currently utilised in pharma?" Read more
Trek Bicycle Corp. is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of bicycles and cycling products through more than 5,000 independent dealers internationally. The company, headquartered in the United States, uses an enterprise labeling system to manage increasing customer demands, manufacturing processes, warehousing and inventory control and retail challenges. The centralized solution reduced label templates from 500 to 1 and prints more than 10 million customer labels globally. Read more
Labeling today is complex; today’s manufacturers and multi-tier suppliers are faced with a range of evolving requirements that complicate the process—and leave many companies accepting this process as the cost of doing business. But it doesn’t have to be. Labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to not just overcome challenges, but provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
With supply chains that extand around the globe, manufacturers realize they must develop labeling systems that reduce errors and meet local requirements. Supply chains have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. Globalization and digital technologies are changing business, especially as companies look to accelerate growth and expand into new markets. Read more
Labeling can be challenging and today’s medical device manufacturers are faced with a range of evolving requirements and regulations such as UDI, that complicate the process. But labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to overcome challenges, and provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
Harald Desjarlais is the automotive industry specialist at Loftware. He spoke to Aftermarket Business World about the complexity of labeling and how the right labeling solution can improve supply chain operations. Read more
Loftware conducts an annual survey to get a pulse on the impact of labeling on today’s supply chain. We polled over 800 supply chain and IT professionals from organizations across all major industries in 32 different countries to gather insights on what they saw as the major trends in Enterprise Labeling for 2017. Our fourth annual “Top 5 Trends in Enterprise Labeling” report outlines significant shifts in labeling that are impacting global supply chains at an unprecedented level. Read more
Trek Bicycle Corp. is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of bicycles and cycling products through more than 5,000 independent dealers internationally. The company, headquartered in the United States, uses an enterprise labeling system to manage increasing customer demands, manufacturing processes, warehousing and inventory control and retail challenges. The centralized solution reduced label templates from 500 to 1 and prints more than 10 million customer labels globally. Read more
The pharmaceutical supply chain is highly complex. Many ingredients are often shipped in bulk, repackaged, and reshipped before they find their way to the manufacturer producing the branded end-products. Multiple tiers of suppliers and wholesalers are often involved. Oftentimes, borders are crossed. Labeling is essential to smooth the flow of the pharmaceutical supply chain, where problems can arise at any juncture in the chain, or may “wait” to become manifest only in a finished product. Read more
Each month, EHS Today features the latest product innovations geared to enhance your workplace safety initiatives.The May 2017 issue highlights products from Seeq, Loftware, Sphera, PIRTEK, Honeywell, Justrite Manufacturing Co., Brady SPC and FallTech. Read more
An enterprise-wide labeling solution, tightly integrated with existing systems unifies the entire labeling process to save time and money. Labeling today is complex; today’s manufacturers and multi-tier suppliers are faced with a range of evolving requirements that complicate the process—and leave many companies accepting this process as the cost of doing business. Read more
Labeling today is complex; today’s manufacturers and multi-tier suppliers are faced with a range of evolving requirements that complicate the process—and leave many companies accepting this process as the cost of doing business. But it doesn’t have to be. Labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to not just overcome challenges, but provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
The automotive industry has an intricate supply chain that’s only growing more complex with a broad range of players, including OEMs, sub-tier suppliers, warehouse and transportation managers, distributors, retailers, and end consumers. At the core of this materials flow is the label, which serves as the identifier of the product, determines its destination, and carries a variety of data required to assure that it is successfully received and processed. Read more
Labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to not just overcome challenges, but provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Harald Desjarlais, senior account executive at Loftware, recently took time to answer questions outlining how the right labeling solution can deliver significant, measurable results for you. Read more
Loftware, Inc., a provider of enterprise labeling solutions, has partnered with USDM Life Sciences, a global regulatory consulting firm in the life sciences industry, to deliver the Loftware Validation Accelerator Pack (VAP). The Loftware VAP is designed to enable medical device companies to quickly and cost-effectively implement and maintain a validated and compliant labeling solution. It complements Loftware Spectrum, a labeling solution designed to address the unique complexities and regulatory requirements of labeling in the medical device space. Read more
Headquartered in the U.S., Trek Bicycle Corporation is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of bicycles and cycling products. A major competitor in the global bicycle market, the company exports to over 90 different countries and their bikes are sold through more than 5,000 independent dealers internationally. Trek also sells through Independent Bike Dealers (IBD), which are standalone dealerships, which sell Trek’s various product lines and has several Trek Factory Stores across the globe. Read more
While based in Waterloo, WI, Trek Bicycle Corp. ships its bikes all over the world. Recently implemented at the firm is an enterprise labeling solution from Loftware that brings a number of advantages where efficiency and cost are concerned. According to Tom Spoke, Global IT-ERP Director at Trek, the opportunity to bring Loftware into the picture presented itself when the firm transitioned to a J.D. Edwards Enterprise Resource Planning system from Oracle. Read more
Supply chains and the solutions used for managing them have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. Globalization and digital technologies are changing business, especially as companies look to accelerate growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chain and be able to address complex and ever changing supply chain dynamics. Read more
Labeling today is complex; today’s manufacturers are faced with a range of evolving requirements that complicate the process—and leave many companies accepting this process as the cost of doing business. But it doesn’t have to be. Labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to not just overcome challenges, but also provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
Supply chains and the solutions used for managing them have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. Globalization and digital technologies are changing business, especially as companies look to accelerate growth and expand into new markets. To do this, companies must create efficiencies in their supply chain and be able to address complex and ever changing supply chain dynamics. Read more
Supply chains and the solutions used for managing them have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. This is why it’s critical to identify, understand, and measure how labeling has a strategic impact on your supply chain and your company’s business growth. Read more
Supply chains and the solutions used for managing them have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. This is why it’s critical to identify, understand, and measure how labeling has a strategic impact on your supply chain and your company’s business growth. Read more
Supply chains and the solutions used for managing them have become increasingly important as businesses become more global and interconnected. This is why it’s critical to identify, understand, and measure how labeling has a strategic impact on your supply chain and your company’s business growth. Read more
Loftware, Inc., the global leader in Enterprise Labeling Solutions, today announced Loftware Spectrum 3.0, the latest release of the only 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory labeling requirements across global enterprises. Spectrum 3.0 introduces a Business Rules Configurator, an intuitive new interface, which empowers business users to streamline the creation and management of labeling logic with easy drag and drop capabilities. Read more
Loftware Inc., a leader in enterprise labeling solutions, today announced Loftware Spectrum 3.0, the latest release of the only 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory labeling requirements across global enterprises. Read more
Headquartered in the U.S., Trek Bicycle Corporation is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of bicycles and cycling products. A major competitor in the global bicycle market, the company exports to over 90 different countries and their bikes are sold through more than 5,000 independent dealers internationally. Trek also sells through Independent Bike Dealers (IBD), which are standalone dealerships, which sell Trek’s various product lines and has several Trek Factory Stores across the globe. Read more
Loftware, Inc., global provider of Enterprise Labeling Solutions, announced Loftware Spectrum 3.0, the latest release of the only 100% browser-based solution designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory labeling requirements across global enterprises. Spectrum 3.0 introduces a Business Rules Configurator, an intuitive new interface, which empowers business users to streamline the creation and management of labeling logic with easy drag and drop capabilities. Read more
The latest release of the 100 percent browser-based product is designed to meet complex, high volume customer and regulatory labeling requirements. Spectrum 3.0 introduces a Business Rules Configurator, an intuitive new interface, which allows users to streamline the creation and management of labeling logic with easy drag and drop capabilities. Read more
Labeling today is complex; today’s manufacturers are faced with a range of evolving requirements that complicate the process—and leave many companies accepting this process as the cost of doing business. But it doesn’t have to be. Labeling can make a huge difference, enabling IT and supply chain decision makers to not just overcome challenges, but also provide their company with a distinct competitive advantage. Read more
Barcode labeling has been largely a manual, time-consuming, expensive, one-off type of process. Box software applications, used on a site-by-site basis, have generally been point solutions that met a specific need or specific use case. However, the labeling process has moved from being application and task-centric to an agile and flexible process that fits better with how businesses operate today. Read more
