VAI (Vormittag Associates, Inc)

Building supplies, construction, specialized tools, and fasteners are just a few of the industries that fall under the umbrella of industrial distribution. There are numerous recurring themes and issues in this varied environment, ranging from industry mergers to aging workforces and supply chain disruptions. Automation and digitization are critical to meeting these challenges and to achieving growth in this space. The software applications within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems offer an intelligent, scalable solution to complex supply chains, helping distributors adapt fast.

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We’re just days away from VAI Prevail 2023, our first onsite event since Nashville, TN in 2018. After several years of successful virtual connection, the VAI team, customers, and partners are ready for in-person and face-to-face networking and collaboration. This year, we’re heading to the Walt Disney Swan Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL, and we have an incredible itinerary over two days.

Managing FSMA compliance requirements, while ensuring quality and improving performance, are critical priorities for all Food and Beverage (F&B) manufacturers. Ensuring FSMA compliance without sacrificing performance or product quality requires: Standardized processes across the enterprise for consistency and control Visibility into quality data at every operation and traceability from suppliers to the end customer. A central repository of relevant compliance laws and regulations to stay current with changes in requirements, making sure it is accessible to employees, regulators and partners.

The Pharmaceutical Industry continues to evolve in terms of regulatory, reporting, and overall drug management requirements. One of the latest changes that will go into effect in November 2018 comes from the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), requiring packagers to verify products in certain circumstances at the package level, including the standardized numerical identifier. These changes require pharmaceutical manufacturers to respond and adapt quickly to remain compliant while continuing to improve their products, drive down their costs, and provide top notch customer service. These demands require an ERP solution that is capable of keeping pace with the latest technology and providing continuous support. The ERP solution footprint for Best-in-Class companies is on track to meet the challenges of compliance and reporting, while continuing to improve operations in all areas. The following capabilities identify key functionality advantages that Best-in-Class companies have compared to their competition that address major pharma manufacturing requirements.