PROMAT 2023 – Driving Forklifts Remotely
Having attended Promat 2023 in Chicago last week, it was apparent that the theme of “supply chain technology and automation” continues to be of central […]
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Unfair Practices Surged During The Pandemic
A new report out of Cornell University is highlighting several unfair supply chain practices that arose during the pandemic and continue to this day. They […]
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Logistics Advice From Chef Jose Andres
He might seem like the unlikeliest logistics consultant, but in his mission-driven work to provide meals at disaster sites, Chef Jose Andres has a pretty […]
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How AI Can Help With Demand Planning
The supply chain may be settling out after the myriad pandemic-related disruptions, but that doesn’t mean forecasting and demand don’t continue to be important. In […]
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MHI Forms AEC Group
As demand for advanced energy solutions grows in every segment of the supply chain, the Material Handling Industry (MHI) announced the formation of a new […]
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Can AI Assist In The Last Mile
The pandemic has put a spotlight on the shortcomings of long supply chains, as consumer demand well outstripped the ability to get products to customers […]
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Managing The Social Commerce Supply Chain
Whether you’re in the retail industry or not, your supply chain is likely feeling some impact from the effect of social media—most specifically social commerce. […]
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Focus On The Last Mile
As ecommerce continues to accelerate at a rapid pace, so too is the growth in last-mile delivery. Compound annual growth rate in this sector should […]
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The Modern-Day Truck Driver
Stories abound about the nation’s truck-driver shortage–currently estimated at about 80,000 drivers—along with solutions to the problem. The industry desperately needs to recruit and retain […]
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Supply Chain Execs Disappointed In Tech Investments
Not a day goes by that supply chain executives aren’t reminded of the importance of technology in today’s supply chain. The need for tech is […]
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Changing Sustainability Measurements
As climate change and sustainability become bigger priorities for companies, there’s a trend change in how to measure and manage related targets. The model of […]
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The Latest Iteration of “As A Service”
For several years now, software as a service (SaaS) has been a popular way for companies to keep technology costs down. Robotics as a service […]
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CEOS More On Top of SCM
It wasn’t long ago that the c-suite overlooked supply chain management. It was one of those areas that fell lower down an operation’s hierarchy, seemingly […]
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Adding Mobile Robots? Don’t Overlook Your Floors
As mobile robotics proliferate around the warehousing industry, businesses are reaping the rewards. They lead to greater productivity, enhance your existing labor force, and deliver […]
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New Trucking Bill Welcomed
Rare is the day that both parties of Congress, as well as trade organizations, can all line up behind a bill. But with the introduction […]
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Automate The Last 100 Feet of Your DC
Probably one of the most overlooked areas in a warehouse is the final stretch of fulfillment, at least when it comes to automation. Yet this […]
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National Security Driving Supply Chain Mapping
As the dust settles following the pandemic era of disruptions, all companies are noticing a paradigm shift: where once supply chain management was an under-the-radar […]
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The State of The Lithium Supply Chain
While there is plenty of talk about EV trucking—and signs that it will become increasingly available—its future is still dependent on a reliable lithium supply […]
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Dubai’s International Humanitarian City
As supply chains struggle to get back in balance following the past few years of disruption, the latest issues to arise are harking from the […]
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What Might Be In Short Supply In 2023
Three years ago, at the start of the pandemic, supply and demand turned upside down. From toilet paper to hand sanitizer, and then home improvement […]
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The Latest On Inventory Management Strategy
Following the widespread supply chain disruptions of the past few years, many companies are examining their inventory management strategies, especially retailers. While the model of […]
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North American Countries Focus On Supply Chain
As every region of the world looks to rebound and rebuild supply chain resiliency after the past few years, the United States is partnering with […]
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What Can IoT Sensors Do For You
With the many tech terms flying around in relation to improved supply chain management, it’s common to see companies leap before learning. One of the […]
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What Will A Tesla Semi Mean
It’s been almost five years since Tesla announced its intent to create an EV Class 8 truck, but now it appears on the verge of […]
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The Downside of Technology
We’ve reached the point in supply chain management where software and other technologies are essential for remaining not just competitive, but afloat. Yet all that […]
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Interested In Robotics? Plan for Integration
As robots grow in popularity, especially in light of the labor shortage, more companies are getting on board with the idea of adding them to […]
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Supply Chains Are More Complicated Than You Realize
A recent study by Harvard Business Review dove into the size and complexity of average supply chains and revealed that supply chains are vast, deep, […]
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Growth of Supply Chain Management Degree Programs
Even a decade ago, degrees in supply chain management were in the minority within business schools around the country. But with the increased focus on […]
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Managing In A Labor Shortage
Among the difficulties of managing supply chains over the past few years has been the sizable labor shortage. While technology and robots can help with […]
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Bursting At The Seams
If you’re a retailer, you are probably facing an inventory glut right now. Last week we focused on optimizing your returns management—and you should—but you […]
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