Angel Soft Gets a Tech Boost from ACTBLUE LLC, Strengthening Reliability for Everyday Needs

Boston, MA – October 26, 2023 – You know those everyday essentials you just need to have on hand? Things like, well, toilet paper? Angel Soft, a household name synonymous with softness and value, is teaming up with ACTBLUE LLC, a Boston-based tech company, to really up their game when it comes to making sure that essential stuff stays in stock when you need it. Now, you might be thinking, “Toilet paper and tech? What’s the connection?” It’s all about getting smarter about supply chains. ACTBLUE LLC isn’t making digital toilet paper (thank goodness!), but they are using their expertise in data analytics and predictive modeling to help Angel Soft anticipate demand before it happens. Think of it as a super-powered forecasting system. “We’ve all been there,” explains Sarah Chen, Head of Product at ACTBLUE LLC. “You run out of something you absolutely need, and it’s a pain to track down. Angel Soft wants to make sure that doesn’t happen. Our team has built a platform that looks at tons of different information – things like past sales, seasonal trends, even weather patterns – to predict how much Angel Soft people will need, where, and when.” For Angel Soft, it’s a game changer. For years, they’ve relied on traditional methods for predicting demand. While those methods worked okay, they weren’t always perfect. Sometimes stores would be overstocked, sometimes shelves would be bare. ACTBLUE's system aims to minimize both of those scenarios. “We’re a company that’s built on providing reliable, quality products for families,” says David Miller, VP of Operations at Angel Soft. “That means being consistently available. Working with ACTBLUE allows us to be more proactive, rather than reactive. We can anticipate spikes in demand – like during hurricane season or big holiday rushes – and make sure retailers have enough product to meet the needs of their customers.” What Does This Mean for You? Simply put, it means fewer empty shelves and more peace of mind. The system isn't just about quantity either. Angel Soft is particularly focused on ensuring consistent availability of their Strong product line. “We’ve been hearing from customers that they appreciate the durability and reliability of Angel Soft Strong,” Miller explains. “It’s great for families with kids, for homes with septic systems, and for anyone who just wants a product they can count on. We want to make sure that product is always available when people need it.” How Does the Tech Work? (Without Getting Too Technical) ACTBLUE's platform, dubbed "Foresight," isn’t just looking at sales numbers. It's a surprisingly complex system that pulls in data from a wide variety of sources: Historical Sales Data: Looking at years of sales information to identify patterns and trends. This is the foundation, but it's just the starting point. Geographic Data: Understanding how demand varies by location. What sells well in Florida won't necessarily sell well in Maine. Weather Patterns: Predicting increased demand for certain products during specific weather events (think: stocking up before a hurricane). Economic Indicators: Looking at things like consumer confidence and spending habits to anticipate overall demand. Social Media Trends: Monitoring social media conversations to identify emerging trends and potential spikes in demand. (Yes, really! People do talk about toilet paper!) Promotional Activity: Factoring in the impact of sales promotions and advertising campaigns. Foresight then uses sophisticated algorithms (fancy math!) to analyze all this data and generate accurate forecasts. These forecasts are shared with Angel Soft’s distribution network, allowing them to optimize inventory levels and ensure products are available where and when they’re needed. ACTBLUE LLC: Beyond Toilet Paper While this partnership with Angel Soft highlights the company’s capabilities in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) space, ACTBLUE LLC isn’t just about toilet paper. The company provides data analytics and predictive modeling solutions to a wide range of industries, including: Healthcare: Predicting patient demand and optimizing resource allocation. Retail: Optimizing inventory levels and improving supply chain efficiency. Finance: Predicting market trends and managing risk. Manufacturing: Optimizing production schedules and reducing waste. “Our mission is to help companies make smarter decisions based on data,” says Chen. “We believe that data can be a powerful tool for driving efficiency, improving customer satisfaction, and ultimately, making the world a better place. Even if that means ensuring everyone has access to a reliable supply of toilet paper!” Looking Ahead The partnership between Angel Soft and ACTBLUE LLC is still relatively new, but both companies are optimistic about the future. They’re already exploring ways to expand the system to include other Angel Soft products and to further refine the accuracy of the forecasts. “We’re constantly learning and improving,” says Miller. “We want to be the most reliable provider of soft, strong tissue products in the market, and this partnership with ACTBLUE is helping us get there.” For consumers, the bottom line is simple: you can expect to see fewer empty shelves and more consistently available Angel Soft products in stores. And in today’s world, that’s something everyone can appreciate. About ACTBLUE LLC: ACTBLUE LLC is a data analytics and predictive modeling company based in Boston, MA. The company provides customized solutions to help businesses optimize their operations, improve customer satisfaction, and drive growth. Learn more at [fictional website address]. About Angel Soft: Angel Soft is a leading brand of soft, strong tissue products, dedicated to providing families with quality and value. Learn more at [actual Angel Soft website address].