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Until AI Can Solve this One Simple Task, I Wouldn’t Worry About It

Logistics Viewpoints

Experts have recently warned about the possibility that artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to the destruction of 400 million jobs by 2030. For fulfillment to be efficient, a warehouse needs the right inventory located in the right slots in a warehouse. A WMS tells workers what to do. A WMS tells workers what to do.

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Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Predictive analytics will empower them to leverage data and make informed decisions related to inventory requirements, warehouse space optimisation and usage. The dynamic logistics model must incorporate all areas of the business including warehouse management, inventory, storage and last-mile delivery.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 1 – 7)

Logistics Viewpoints

The recently released National Retail Security Survey shows that total shrink in 2021 reported by retailers is now almost a $100 billion problem. Retailers face security-related challenges on many fronts. Small businesses getting squeezed out in push for warehouse space. Walmart to buy Alert Innovation.

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Master the Challenge of Cold Chain with Blue Yonder (Part 2)

BlueYonder

My previous blog article focused on the size of the cold-chain market — $1 trillion by 2030 — and the huge opportunity it presents for the world’s logistics service providers (LSPs). Security and compliance. How can the typical LSP capitalize on this large and growing revenue stream? And how can Blue Yonder help?

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This Week in Logistics News (April 16 – 22)

Logistics Viewpoints

This is a full five years ahead of the original target of 2030. Just over half (53 percent) said that their company and its suppliers are equally responsible for the security of supply chains. The combined venture will be valued at around $4 billion.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 8 – 14)

Logistics Viewpoints

The manufacturer’s private fleet has deployed a fleet of Einride EVs to haul freight between GE Appliances’ inbound warehouses and manufacturing facilities in Kentucky, Georgia, and Tennessee. In some locations, it’s both technologies on the same truck.

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Technology Trends For Transportation in 2023: Top 5

Abivin

According to the Economic Forum, demand for last-mile delivery and its market is soaring and is expected to grow by 78% globally by 2030 [3]. the use of lockers and other secure delivery options for packages. The warehouse needs to know who is coming and when they will arrive, which starts with the ETA.