ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The manufacturing and distribution industries are on the brink of a transformative era, characterized by unprecedented technological innovation, sustainability imperatives, and global economic shifts. Here are 7 key trends to watch for that will define the future of manufacturing and distribution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. The warehousing and distribution industry is highly reliant on technology for its operations. As such, it is vulnerable to devastating cyberattacks.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2025

In April 2024, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they had experienced cargo theft or other types of freight fraud in the past year.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a fortune 500 transportation and logistics company. Kendra is an accomplished and results-driven senior logistics & tech executive. NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 17, 2025

The platform is used by some of the largest companies in the world across retail, logistics service providers, healthcare, and distribution, and processes several hundred million shipments per year. The post Shipium and Kibo Pair Composable Commerce with Headless Logistics in New Partnership appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The supply chain has about 190 factories and 100 distribution centers. Rather than shipping directly from a factory or a distribution center to a different region, they shipped to a port hub where shipments from a region could be consolidated, allowing them to build fuller ocean containers and ship fewer loads.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2025

But with the explosion of IoT devices across transportation, warehousing, and distribution, logistics providers face a critical challenge: how to ensure continuous, reliable, and cost-effective communication across diverse physical environments and use cases. Core Components of a Hybrid IoT Network in Logistics 1. The solution?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

A manufacturing company, for example, can monitor real-time data from its suppliers, production lines, and distribution centers. Third-Party Logistics (3PL) : In the 3PL sector, a data gateway can significantly enhance decision making by providing a unified and harmonized view of data.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2025

As Director of Operations at Bettaway and Director of Business Development at PalletTrader, Kristina brings energy, creativity, and a drive for results to the world of logistics and supply chain. Founded in 1981, Bettaway has evolved from a local beverage distributor into a comprehensive logistics provider. Bettaway West, Inc.:

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 31, 2023

Today’s article comes from Kyle Franklin, Senior Solutions Consultant, Lucas Systems, and looks at warehouse distribution errors. Being a veteran of the warehouse industry throughout my career has given me a unique insight into many aspects of distribution interaction. I was trying to buy parts for my drone, specifically batteries.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 9, 2024

In a survey we conducted in October 2020, 91% of our Indago supply chain research community members, who are all supply chain executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies, either Agreed or Strongly Agreed that the time had come to transform the traditional transportation procurement process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2024

This article is from Scott Mullins, EVP of Operations and COO at Lucas Systems, and looks at self-distribution in healthcare systems. Self-distribution is an increasingly popular option for healthcare systems to consider when deciding how to manage their supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Distribution Network : Amul employs a wide distribution network that includes a mix of direct sales to retailers, wholesalers, and through its own branded outlets. Technology Integration : Use of technology in logistics, inventory management, and supply chain tracking has helped improve efficiency and transparency.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Facilitates International Trade: GDEcD provides resources and support to businesses involved in international trade, including customs clearance and logistics. Supports Export Growth: The division assists Georgia-based companies in expanding their exports to international markets.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Geopolitical instability, extreme weather, labor shortages, and fluctuating consumer demand regularly impact global logistics. They integrate AI into demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and logistics operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. Amazon is a leader in AI-driven supply chain management.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2025

Bill is the Founder & CEO of OneRail , a leading omnichannel fulfillment solution pairing best-in-class software with logistics as a service that provides dependability and speed to help businesses meet their delivery promise. OneRail is used by a variety of industries, including retail, food & grocery, and healthcare.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In an increasingly competitive logistics landscape, these capabilities allow companies to remain agile and cost-effective. Sobeys addressed these integration challenges by using Samsara’s platform to unify operations across its distribution network, enabling it to coordinate activities and achieve efficiencies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

From May 19 to 21, 2025, CeMAT Southeast Asia and LogiSYM Asia Pacific were co-located for the second consecutive year at Singapore EXPO, creating a comprehensive platform for the regions logistics and supply chain community. Geek+ was honored as Best Warehouse Robotics Company for its smart warehouse automation solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

As logistics networks become increasingly complex, the volume of real-time data generated by devices, equipment, vehicles, and facilities is growing rapidly. However, implementing edge computing in logistics environments introduces its own set of technical and operational complexities that require careful planning.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Demo Perez and Joe Lynch discuss Panama: the logistics engine of Latin America. Demo is a Founding Partner and Chief Commercial Officer of IPL Group , a Panama based 3PL that helps companies expand their business into the Latin American market by simplifying order fulfillment and regional distribution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

From raw material sourcing to logistics and regulatory compliance, stakeholders across the value chain will need to prepare for structural adjustments. These properties may require investment in upgraded storage conditions throughout the distribution network. Reformulation is not a one-to-one ingredient swap.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 12, 2025

Logistics & Shipment Tracking Tracking shipments across multiple jurisdictions is difficult. Today, logistics firms rely on RFID tags, barcode scanning, and centralized tracking systems, which are vulnerable to tampering and inefficiencies. Suppliers of blockchain logistics solutions: VeChain, IOTA, Helium, IBM TradeLens 3.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. UPS announced Sunday it plans to sell its truckload brokerage business Coyote Logistics to the technology-enabled brokerage RXO for $1.025 billion. According to the company, Chicago-based Coyote Logistics manages around 10,000 loads per day with a network of over 10,000 carriers. “As

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

This collaboration aims to deliver advanced tools to streamline workflows and improve finances across distribution and warehouse operations. Read more at Unlocking Powerful Labor Insights with Easy Metrics Partnership The post Open Sky Partners with Easy Metrics for Labor Efficiency appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Shippers’ end-to-end supply chain predictions are based on applying AI to OpenWeb searches, import/export records, data from sourcing platforms like ThomasNet, federal logistics records, and other data. The names of the suppliers, carriers, logistics service providers become search terms.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. The results of the research report How Bad Is the Supply Chain and Logistics Workforce Challenge?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 11, 2025

Autonomous systems are becoming an integral part of modern logistics infrastructure. Langham Logistics used Gather AI drones to improve inventory accuracy from 97% to over 99.9%, while reducing cycle count time tenfold. Robots such as Amazon’s Proteus help in sorting and transporting items within distribution centers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The Canadian subsidiary of Walmart is introducing material handling robotics and automation technologies into its distribution network, kicking things off by piloting an automated receiving solution at its regional distribution center (RDC) in Calgary, Alberta. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 28, 2024

In late 2023, Descartes conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. The study also provided insight into what companies are doing to address it.

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E2open

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, announces the rollout of Logistics Visibility at Batory Foods , a milestone made possible by its transformation from periodic tracking to modern real-time transportation visibility. 20, 2025 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Logistics equipment plays a vital role in the efficient operation of warehouses and distribution centers. This guide explores a range of logistics equipment, from storage solutions and transportation tools to facility equipment, packing solutions, technology systems, and safety gear. They can handle loads ranging from 1.5

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

Companies that previously prioritized cost-cutting and centralized sourcing quickly found themselves exposed to serious production and distribution risks. In response, many organizations have shifted toward decentralized and regionalized supply chain models, distributing production and sourcing across multiple regions.

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