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Why the Future of Freight Is Multimodal

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Each transfer increases the chance of delays or damage, and cargo liability is limited, usually calculated based on the amount of trailer space occupied. This is typically the most cost-effective road option for small to medium-sized shipments. However, it involves multiple transloads across terminal hubs.

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Warehouse P2G Robotics: A Flexible and Affordable Solution

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The warehouse, meanwhile, has been elevated from afterthought to a central player, as new demands and responsibilities are placed on supply chains — from small-batch wave picking and reverse logistics to deeper supplier collaboration, and tariff and sustainability compliance. Just be prepared for anything and keep going.

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Mathematical Optimization: Supply Chain Management by the Numbers

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Net-Zero Commitments Are Reshaping Carbon Tracking in CPG Supply Chains

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Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain?

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Other developments to watch for, according to Koganti, include computer vision, which combined with robotics offers the ability to scan store or warehouse shelves and automatically issue order for replenishment, There are already nine billion cameras in the world (seven billion of them in phones).

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Shipping to Hawaii: How to Navigate the Obstacle Course

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In Hawaii, these opportunities are most readily available for drayage trucking and warehousing. The control it affords is also helpful for ensuring visibility and a high level of customer satisfaction at every stage of the supply chain. Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox.

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Before You Automate: Five Tips Every Fulfillment Leader Should Know

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Look for solutions with ergonomic workstations that use images, lights and clear visual cues instead of audio prompts, which can get lost in a noisy warehouse or confuse a multilingual workforce. A user-friendly system will be intuitive, ergonomic and language-independent — making it easy to onboard new workers fast.