All Printing Resources (APR), a longtime provider of flexographic printing solutions, is celebrating 20 years of SupplySentry. SupplySentry serves as the company’s intelligent inventory management system.

At the same time, APR is excited to unveil the next-generation version of the platform. The launch marks a leap forward in automation, visibility, and inventory optimization for printed packaging converters.

Since its debut, SupplySentry has helped flexographic printing companies eliminate stock-outs, reduce labor burdens, and gain critical insights into consumable usage. Trusted for its reliability and ROI, the system leverages RFID technology to automate tracking, restocking, and reporting. This allows production teams to focus on what they do best: printing.

Building on two decades of customer success, APR has introduced a host of new features to boost SupplySentry.

Highlights of the new SupplySentry platform

• Redesigned Customer Portal: A modern, intuitive interface provides real-time data, smarter dashboards, and deeper analytics to support confident decision-making.
• AI Inventory Optimization: Utilization of improved algorithms to determine optimal inventory levels, increase dependability, and reduce freight costs.
• Advanced Cabinet Integration: Secure supply cabinets will offer employee badge scanning for access control, 24/7 availability, and real-time usage tracking by individual, department, or item.
• Flexible Hardware Options: A broader range of RFID antennas ensures reliable coverage across complex warehouse layouts.
• Cellular Connectivity: Simplifies deployment in IT-restricted areas, expanding the platform’s reach and reliability.

“These innovations reflect our commitment to helping customers stay ahead in a competitive, fast-moving industry,” states Dave Nieman, president and CEO of APR. “With our next-generation platform, we’re bringing powerful new tools to meet today’s challenges, whether it’s labor shortages, rising costs, or the need for greater control.”

Customer advantages at a glance

• Fewer stock-outs through automated replenishment and optimization
• Reduced labor costs from manual tracking and ordering
• 24/7 availability of critical supplies with no stockroom attendant required

With the next-generation rollout starting soon and full deployment expected by the final quarter of this year, APR continues to set the standard for intelligent, automated inventory management in the flexographic space.