With more than 115 people in the US dying daily from overdosing on opioids, and overdoses increasing 30%, to 54% in certain regions from 2016 to 2017, the opioid crisis remains an unresolved and alarming issue. What’s more, it’s not uncommon for prescription opioids to lead to problems such as heroin addiction...

In today’s online era, retailers have more competition than ever before. At one point, competition came solely from fellow brick and mortar stores. Today 73.4% of users follow a brand because they’re interested in the product and or service. If you’ve ever wondered how social media can help your retail store, you’re not alone. Nearly all retail store owners struggle with the time and knowledge it takes to effectively manage social media, resulting in a negative opinion regarding the role that social could actually have on their businesses.

Nashville, TN may be known as the country music capital of the world, but it can do a lot more than carry a tune; it’s a leading foodie destination and a must-visit city for history buffs. It’s also the only place in the world where you’ll find a full-size replica of the Greek Parthenon! If you’re planning on joining us at the 2018 VAI Customer Conference, Prevail, join us as we explore the fondly known “music city” of Nashville, Tennessee. Read on for a few know-before-you-go facts about this one-of-a-kind city of legendary music and southern hospitality:

Intelligent Enterprises today recognize that investing in a new, fully integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, or upgrading an existing investment is imperative to the success and growth of the organization,, because the cost of doing nothing will hurt the entire enterprise, both short and long-term . According to Aberdeen Group, The Cost of Doing Nothing, 46% of companies with an updated ERP system are more likely to increase their performance, inventory accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

We are thrilled that our very own Ira Dannenberg, Vice President of R&D – Food Division, has been selected by Food Logistics to its 2018 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. Designed to recognize exceptional accomplishments within the food industry, this distinguished award identifies influential individuals whose hard work and vision have shaped and attained milestones in safety, efficiency, productivity, and innovation through the global food supply chain.

VAI is pleased to announce that Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the executive’s user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, has selected CIO Kevin Beasley to its 17th annual listing of the 2018 Pros to Know in the supply chain industry. The Pros to Know Awards recognize supply chain executives, and manufacturing and non-manufacturing enterprises, that are leading initiatives to help prepare their companies’ supply chains for the significant challenges of today’s business climate.