Notes from the operation.
Grower technology, horticulture operations, and product news from the team building the operating system for the growers who run nurseries, greenhouses, and orchards.
Effective Inventory Management: A Key to Success in the Horticultural Industry
Effective inventory management is not just about keeping track of plants and products; it’s about staying organized and responsive to market trends. Learn the keys to inventory success in this blog.
Cultivate ’24 – Forecasting Workshop Announcement
We are pleased to announce that AGS and Ken Lane of Hathaway & Lane are presenting a Forecasting Workshop at Cultivate ’24.
Key Elements for Effective Item Identification in Inventory Management Systems
Identifying your items properly so that employees in the yard or greenhouse know what they are is crucial to correct inventory and availability, to accurate picks, and sales order fulfillment.
How to Orchestrate an Effective S&OP Process for Growers: A Comprehensive Guide
S&OP is a collaborative management process designed to align sales, marketing, production, procurement, logistics, and finance functions within an organization. Read more to learn how to make your S&OP effective.
Understanding The Financial Impact Of Credit Card Fees For Growers and What To Do About It
This blog will walk through a credit card fee example to help illustrate the financial impact and options a grower has to potentially improve sales and cash flow.
Managing Technical Debt in Customized Software Solutions
Learn about technical debt and the impact its silent accumulation has on growers. Read about the four types of technical debt and effective management strategies for them. For growers, addressing technical debt is crucial whether in-house or opting for third-party solutions. Discover how SaaS models emerge as a practical solution. Technical debt is more than a nuisance; it's a necessary consideration for sustained success in horticulture.
Which Technology Trends Will Drive Future Grower Success?
One trend that we at AGS believe will be integral for a grower’s success is using data for holistic decision making.
Which Technology ChatGPT Says Will Help Growers Succeed in 2024
John Beauford talked with Brian Sparks from Greenhouse Grower about future innovations that would help growers. For fun, John asked ChatGPT “What is one technology-related trend in your market that will help growers maintain and build success moving into 2024 and beyond, and why?” Below is the response.
5 Practices Of Successful Growers
Growers that thrive in today’s competitive landscape must keep their eye on the prize and focus on what works for their business.
Payments 101: Understanding the Basics
In this blog post, we’ll demystify payment processing with digestible components, so you can spend less time on research and more time fostering the growth of your business.
A Guide to 820 EDI for Greenhouse Growers
820 Remittance Advice is a payment document between the buyer and seller. In the context of greenhouse growers, the 820 transaction is specifically designed for the retailer to provide to their vendor for the items paid for.
Cultivating Success: Harnessing The Power of Integrated Payments
To stay competitive in our industry you must embrace innovation that enhances not just your operational efficiency but also your customer’s satisfaction.