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Emerging Technologies
Why 5G Fixed Wireless Access is the Secret to Unlocking Industry 4.0
When implemented and managed effectively, 5G FWA empowers manufacturing organizations to expand operations, maintain agility, ensure business continuity and ultimately, secure a competitive edge.
Supply Chain Education
Next Generation Workers: The Future of Supply Chain Careers
Worker Safety
The Impact of Exosuits on Safety
Last-Mile
How AI is Driving Sustainability in Last-Mile Delivery
Retention
How Gratitude Boosts Employee Loyalty in Supply Chain: Alexis Asks
Procurement Software
Pros to Know: Blue Yonder's Ann Marie Jonkman Talks Educating Logistics Services Providers
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Automation
The Resurgence of RFID: Alexis Asks
As technology continues to evolve, RFID is poised to develop into a synonymous player in the game of inventory management.
Mentorship Programs
Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award
This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!
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SCN Summit: State of the Supply Chain
June 4, 2024
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Emerging Technologies
Why 5G Fixed Wireless Access is the Secret to Unlocking Industry 4.0
When implemented and managed effectively, 5G FWA empowers manufacturing organizations to expand operations, maintain agility, ensure business continuity and ultimately, secure a competitive edge.
Supply Chain Education
Next Generation Workers: The Future of Supply Chain Careers
For the Gen Zers diving into supply chain careers: look for opportunities at all types of companies.
Worker Safety
The Impact of Exosuits on Safety
It is becoming clear that exos—when well-implemented—have the potential to significantly enhance the supply chain.
Last-Mile
How AI is Driving Sustainability in Last-Mile Delivery
Embracing AI-driven solutions is not only a step towards a more sustainable future but also a strategic imperative for businesses looking to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
3PL/4PL
Shippers Forecast Stabilizing Market for Q3
The Q3 2024 index data reveals an optimistic outlook in business sentiment moderated by limited revenue growth expectations, according to BlueGrace Logistics.
Fleet Management
Descartes Data Shows Resilient Economy Despite Global Instability
In April, U.S. container import volumes increased 3% from March and 9.3% when compared to the same month last year, consistent with a strong and resilient economy in the face of global instability, according to data from Descartes Systems Group.
Featured Videos
Procurement Software
Pros to Know: Blue Yonder's Ann Marie Jonkman Talks Educating Logistics Services Providers
Ann Marie Jonkman, senior director, global industry strategies for Blue Yonder, was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Pros to Know award.
Mentorship Programs
Pros to Know: ALOM's Hannah Kain Blazes Path for Women in Supply Chain
Software & Technology
Women in Supply Chain: Manifest's Pam Simon Talks Embracing the Supply Chain Journey
Risk/Compliance
Pros to Know: Resilinc's Bindiya Vakil Talks Collaboration in the Supply Chain
Software Solutions
Pros to Know: Tecsys' Corinna Hoag Talks Supply Chain Management for Healthcare Sector
Supply Chain Visibility
Pros to Know: PorterLogic's Anya Skomorokhova Talks Go-to-Market Strategy
Software Solutions
project44’s New Management Capabilities to Help Customers Mitigate Supply Chain Disruption
project44 announced new capabilities within the Movement by project44 platform, enabling users to act decisively during a developing crisis.
Retention
How Gratitude Boosts Employee Loyalty in Supply Chain: Alexis Asks
The obvious: employee appreciation is key to fostering a positive work environment. But in supply chain, where efficiency and reliability are paramount, the significance of gratitude towards the workforce cannot be overstated.
Robotics
Collaborative Robotic Case Picking for Higher Warehouse Efficiency
Embracing the collaborative potential of robotics is not just about increasing efficiency but also about futureproofing the supply chain against labor challenges and operational constraints.
Supply Chain Education
DeepHow Introduces Smart AI Quizzing for Skilled Workforce Training
Leveraging advanced generative AI technology, this feature ensures personalized learning experiences while continuously verifying employees' skills.
Procurement Software
Pros to Know: Blue Yonder's Ann Marie Jonkman Talks Educating Logistics Services Providers
Ann Marie Jonkman, senior director, global industry strategies for Blue Yonder, was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Pros to Know award.
Regulations
Preparing for the Costs of Supply Chain Disruptions
For businesses and their supply chain superheroes, these disruptions are having widespread impact. Impact that’s proving detrimental to teams, operations and our economy.
Software Solutions
End-to-End Planning Platform Provides Real-World Supply Chain Probabilities
John Galt Solutions introduced into its Atlas Planning Platform an end-to-end probabilistic planning approach that provides a comprehensive model of real-world supply chain probabilities.
Last-Mile
Uber Freight Data Reveals Resilient Economy, Stable Supply Chains
The freight market continues to remain stable and in shippers’ favor, according to recent data from Uber Freight. Consumer spending has recovered from a winter slowdown, and the manufacturing sector has expanded for the first time in 16 months.
Financial Management Software
Half of Suppliers Expect Market Conditions to Be Positive
The Economic and Supplier Outlook 2024: Balancing Growth, Geopolitical Risks and Market Dynamics report sheds light on how suppliers expect their businesses to perform this year.
Supply Chain Visibility
Avetta Unveils Supplier Analytics Solution
Avetta announces its Supplier Analytics solution to help suppliers and prime contractors efficiently identify issues, navigate and execute compliance requirements.
AI/AR
Gartner Analysts Explore the Impact of GenAI on Procurement
By 2027, 50% of organizations will support supplier contract negotiations through the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled contract risk analysis and editing tools, according to Gartner, Inc.
Fleet Management
Ryder Assesses Economic Impacts of Converting to Commercial EV
Recent data from Ryder shows the annual total cost to transport by electric vehicle vs. diesel is estimated to increase across the board.
Women in Supply Chain
Uber Freight's Olivia Hu to Lead Panel Discussion at 2024 Women in Supply Chain Forum
Olivia Hu, head of autonomous trucking for Uber Freight, will join the session panel at this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum.
Fleet Management
Risk Management for Companies Dependent on Employee-Owned Vehicles
Motus launches the Motus Protect to help companies identify and address potential liability from employees driving their own cars to do their jobs.
Automation
The Resurgence of RFID: Alexis Asks
As technology continues to evolve, RFID is poised to develop into a synonymous player in the game of inventory management.
Automation
Digitally Transforming Business Operations
Mastering this digital transformation, akin to a proficient Tetris player, enables businesses to strategically align their components, thereby cultivating a seamless and future-ready financial environment.
Fleet Management
AI-Based Yard, Timeslot Management Software
INFORM launched its yard and timeslot management system SYNCROSUPPLY, an artificial intelligence (AI)-based yard and timeslot management software system that optimizes incoming and outgoing material deliveries at industrial facilities.
Material Handling Equipment
Toyota Creates Automated Logistics Group
Toyota Industries Corp. (TICO) launched Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) to house its existing subsidiary Toyota L&F, alongside the companies it acquired, Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande and viastore.
Trucking
China's Container Prices Experience Rising Volatility
Container prices in China are experiencing significant volatility, with rates changing rapidly within just a few days.
Supply Chain Visibility
OneRail Launches Inventory Visibility Solution to Combat Shrinkage
OneRail announces the launch of a new Inventory Visibility solution within its cloud-based platform to address the growing challenge of product shrinkage that shippers face.
E-Commerce Solutions
Amazon Business Launches New Immersive Educational Hub
Amazon Business offers an interactive new online resource center called Small Business Success Studio. The studio provides small businesses with free online educational tools and resources.
E-Commerce Solutions
ECI Launches New B2B E-Commerce Interface
ECI Software Services announces a new interface for ECinteractivePLUS®, its native e-commerce platform for DDMSPLUS®, which is ECI’s complete ERP software.
AI/AR
Exiger Launches Proactive Intelligence
Proactive Intelligence will serve as an advanced overlay on top of 1Exiger, providing customers a real-time operational control experience.
Carbon Footprint
Optera Launches Outreach Module for Supply Chain Decarbonization
Optera launches its Outreach module to help companies efficiently collect data from suppliers at all phases of emissions-reporting readiness.