Retail & Supply Chain
20% of Your POs Are Costing You $131 Each in Additional Labor Costs. Here’s Why.
If you process purchase orders frequently, you already know the frustration: an order comes in, something doesn’t match, and suddenly your team is chasing down the issue instead of moving product. What you may not know is how much that frustration is actually costing you. According to research published by the Retail Value Chain Federation […]
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The Quiet Network That Is Becoming the World’s Invoicing Backbone
By Todd L Gould, CEO, Loren Data Corp. who was in attendance at the Peppol Conference Europe 2026 in Brussels. BRUSSELS. For more than a decade, Peppol was a piece of plumbing that almost nobody outside a small circle of tax officials and software engineers had heard of. It was a network for shuttling electronic […]
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While the Post Office Slows Down, EDI Is Speeding Up
There is something genuinely admirable about the United States Postal Service. For generations, letter carriers have shown up in rain, heat, and snow to connect communities, deliver paychecks, and keep commerce moving. The postal network is woven into the fabric of American life in a way few institutions can claim. Which is why the current […]
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Tony D’Angelo at ShopTalk 2026: What the Rest of the Market Still Doesn’t Know
Loren Data CSO Tony D’Angelo sat down with Janet Kushabo on Rewind’s Back Up to Level Up podcast at ShopTalk 2026. The conversation covered ECGrid’s origins, the state of the industry, and where we’re going next. The 80-90% Moment The most interesting part of this conversation might be the host’s reaction when Tony mentions that […]
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The Path to a Connected Future: Rethinking the Delivery of Product Catalog
When I look at B2B connectivity, I see an incredible amount of untapped potential. We have the technology to move goods around the globe with precision, yet the data that fuels those movements is often trapped. For years, the industry has relied on systems designed in the 90s, originally providing Product Name, Bar Code Data […]
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Omnichannel or Omni Chaos? How Bad Data Erodes Customer Trust
The Next Level Supply Chain with GS1 US podcast is legendary, and we’re so excited this episode’s guest is our very own COO/CPO Jon Gatrell. The conversation centers on a critical challenge today: maintaining data consistency throughout the entire omnichannel supply chain. Jon highlights how inconsistent data instantly breaks customer trust and causes major operational […]
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Beyond the Buzzwords: COO/CPO Jon Gatrell Talks EDI, APIs, and the Future of Supply Chain
Our COO/CPO, Jon Gatrell, recently joined Nathan Chaney on the Supply Chaney Podcast to pull back the curtain on the technology powering global commerce—and what’s coming next. This is a must-listen for our ISV, SaaS, Retailer, and Vendor audience. Jon, who has a fascinating career journey that spans education, technology, and globe-trotting consulting, brings his […]
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From Geography to ECGrid: Jon Gatrell’s Unexpected Path to Supply Chain Tech
Before becoming a tech executive leading an API-first EDI platform, our CPO Jon Gatrell was driving 600 miles a week teaching college courses in geography and geology. Jon recently joined Nathan Chaney on the Supply Chaney Podcast to share his fascinating career journey and how a background in understanding the shape of the land—or morphology—actually […]
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How Modern EDI Networks Support Marketplace Growth
Digital marketplaces have become one of the most effective ways for brands and sellers to reach new audiences. Growth on these platforms depends on reliable data exchange, accurate inventory visibility, and the ability to scale without losing control of operations. Modern EDI networks like ECGrid help make that possible. Why Marketplaces Depend on Strong Connectivity […]
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Simplifying Walmart Marketplace Integration for Modern Sellers
Connecting to Walmart Marketplace can be a turning point for businesses expanding their online presence. With access to millions of customers, sellers gain new opportunities to grow, but they also need reliable systems to manage product data, inventory, and orders. ECGrid simplifies this process with modern API connectivity and tools that support seamless integration with […]
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Achieving a Frictionless Supply Chain in 2025
By addressing communication challenges, embracing technological solutions like EDI, and fostering collaboration among supply chain partners, organizations can unlock new levels of efficiency, responsiveness, and competitiveness in the dynamic world of global commerce.
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Revving Up Resilience: How the Automotive Aftermarket Can Conquer Supply Chain Chaos
The automotive aftermarket industry, like many others, has been grappling with significant supply chain disruptions in recent years. These disruptions, exacerbated by factors such as geopolitical tensions, international tariffs, and various labor strikes, have led to challenges in sourcing components, managing inventory, and meeting customer demands. To navigate these challenges, it is crucial for automotive […]
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