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What Are Merchant Services? A Guide for Small Businesses
Learn what merchant services are, why they’re vital for small businesses, and how to choose the right merchant services provider for your business.
KeHE’s Compliance Program: Inbound Routing Guide Overview
Get an overview of what you’ll find inside KeHE’s 22-page Inbound Routing Guide and Product Handling Requirements.
Intro to Supplier Connect for Kroger Suppliers
Learn how to access and navigate Supplier Connect, Kroger’s new communication platform for suppliers.
Invoicing for Amazon Overages: Get Paid While Making Smart Match Work Smarter
Automatically invoice for overages in Amazon Vendor Central with a new solution coming from SPS Revenue Recovery.
Total Cost of Ownership in Software Procurement
Total cost of ownership (TCO) calculation improves decision-making by providing a more holistic view of a prospective software's long-term value.
What Is Additive Manufacturing?
Learn what additive manufacturing is, its benefits and limitations, and how it’s being used across a wide range of industries.
Marketplace Sellers: Hit the Solutions Jackpot at Prosper 2026
At Prosper 2026, the SPS team is focused on helping marketplace sellers simplify operations, protect Amazon FBA revenue, and maximize advertising ROI.
How To Become a Supplier for UNFI
Learn about the first steps you'll need to take to become a supplier for UNFI, including supplier onboarding requirements and compliance measures.
Amazon’s 3.5% Surcharge on Fulfillment: What It Is and What To Do About It
Learn more about the new 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge that will be applied to Amazon FBA fulfillment fees starting April 17, 2026.
4 Key Retailer Initiatives Impacting 2026 Retail Trends
Learn about four key retailer initiatives shaping omnichannel retail trends in 2026 and how you can move from reactive to proactive.
Problem Invoices at Lowe’s: What They Are and How To Dispute Them
Learn what problem invoices at Lowe’s are, what their statuses mean, how to dispute them, and how SPS Revenue Recovery can help.
KeHE EDI Requirements for Suppliers: What Documents You Need and When to Send Them
Learn KeHE’s EDI document workflow, including the eight core documents KeHE requires, and how SPS Fulfillment can keep orders moving.
KeHE Packing List and Bill of Lading Requirements for Suppliers
Not sure how to stay compliant with KeHE's inbound shipping requirements for bills of lading and packing lists? Get all the details here.
KeHE Product Labeling Requirements for Suppliers
Learn KeHE’s labeling requirements by shipping unit, including specific GS1-128, GTIN-14, and SSCC-18 rules, and why compliance is so important.
Revitalize Your Supply Chain
Dig into 2026 MHI Annual Industry Report findings, including top supply chain challenges and opportunities for improving supply chain orchestration.
KeHE Promotions: Manufacturer Chargebacks (MCBs) and Extra Performance (EP) Fees
Learn about the deductions and fees associated with manufacturer chargebacks (MCBs) and extra performance (EP) promotions at KeHE.
Common KeHE Deductions (and How To Minimize Them)
Learn about common KeHE deduction categories and retailer deductions and how to minimize their occurrence and impact.
How Amazon Sellers Can Succeed on Amazon Prime Day 2026 (and Beyond)
Prime Day 2026 is June 23–26. Learn what prep you still have time for and how SPS Commerce can help set you up for success now and in the future.
How To Submit and Appeal a Deduction Dispute in UNFI’s Dispute Center
Read this how-to guide on what the UNFI Dispute Center is, which deductions can be disputed in it, and how to submit and appeal a natural deduction.
What Are Unloading Discrepancy Reports (UDRs) at KeHE?
Learn what an unloading discrepancy report (UDR) at KeHE is, what to do about them, and how to avoid them altogether.
The Supply Chain Source: Wider Resources, Instant Answers, Supportive Community
The Supply Chain Source is where every member of the trading ecosystem can find reliable answers, connect with peers, and build a better supply chain.
KeHE Price Protection Claims Explained for Suppliers
Learn what price protection claims are at KeHE, including how they function, how they’re triggered, and how to dispute them.