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This Week in Logistics News (May 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

Last night, I took my 13-year-old son to see the movie Air, which tells the story of how Nike pursued basketball rookie Michael Jordan in 1984 to sign with the company. That move, and Michael Jordan’s incredible talent and business acumen, has turned the Jordan brand into a multi-billion-dollar business.

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How E-Commerce Is Reinventing the Humble Warehouse

MIT Supply Chain

Nowhere are these changes more evident than in warehousing. The warehouse, a mainstay of supply chains, is getting a makeover as retailers move closer to customers so they can fulfill buyers’ unquenchable thirst for instant gratification. Adapting existing stores to function as warehouses is another example.

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Revealed: The Sectors Cutting Product Lead Times Fastest

Unleashed

Compounding matters further are the ongoing labour shortages which came to a head in 2021 when the lack of HGV drivers reached critical levels. Sub-sector Percentage drop between 2019-20 and 2021-22. Certainly, we saw adoption of our inventory management software rise by over 80% between 2019/20 and 2021/22.

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Does The World of Warehouse Automation and Systems Feel Complex?

Accelogix

By Diane Jordan, VP of Industry Strategy, Accelogix. As we jump into 2021, what path do you take? The post Does The World of Warehouse Automation and Systems Feel Complex? As the industry continues to adapt to its changing demands, technology offerings continue to expand. Make a roadmap. Ask for help.