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Edge Computing in Logistics: Enabling Real-Time Data Processing Closer to Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

As logistics networks become increasingly complex, the volume of real-time data generated by devices, equipment, vehicles, and facilities is growing rapidly. Traditional cloud-centric architectures, which depend on centralized processing, may not meet speed and / or reliability goals needed to support operational needs at scale. Edge computing processing data locally, near the source has emerged as a method to address these challenges by reducing latency and improving resiliency.

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Agentic AI Is Here – and It’s Transforming the Supply Chain

Logility

In the beginning, there was AI that learned. Then came generative AI drafting emails, designing ads, and helping developers code. But 2025 ushered a momentous change to everything we know about autonomy: goal-driven AI. Generative AI (GenAI) took off by mimicking creativity. It could write poetry, generate code, or answer inquiries about next months forecast.

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Meet Exiger at Gartner EMEA Supply Chain Symposium/ XPO™

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger Launches Advisory Council of Industry, Academic and Government Leaders Meet Exiger at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 19 - 21 May 2025 International Barcelona Convention Centre, Barcelona, Spain Days Hours Minutes Seconds BOOK A MEETING Increasing geopolitical risk and disruption require the leading AI solution. Exiger delivers visibility from global value chains to part-level attributes.

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The challenges of managing the Aero and Defense Supply Chain

Demand Driven Technologies

Faced with a changing geopolitical environment and capability challenges, the aerospace and defense supply chain need to reinvent itself. This industry has traditionally adopted classic MRP planning methods and has sometimes injected a little Lean at production cell level, but has not really designed a steering model adapted to its challenges. The result is that, Read more The post The challenges of managing the Aero and Defense Supply Chain appeared first on Demand Driven Technologies.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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How Large Language Models Are Transforming Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

Large language models are enhancing decision-making, automating routine tasks and improving efficiency across procurement, logistics, inventory management and supplier collaboration.

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The AI Evolution Before AGI: What It Means for Logistics and Supply Chains

All Things Supply Chain

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is Silicon Valleys holy grailoften promised, rarely defined.

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The roll cage disappearing act: tracing roll cages to keep supply chains moving

IT Supply Chain

By Thomas Scheibel , CEO & Gareth Mitchell , UK Partner Manager (pictured), Heliot Europe The post The roll cage disappearing act: tracing roll cages to keep supply chains moving appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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AI Making Your Head Hurt? Good-It Means You're Future Proofing!

Supply Chain Brain

For supply chain professionals navigating constant disruption, AI offers more than automationit offers the ability to anticipate, adapt, and act with confidence. Join us to learn how you can take the next step with clarity, strategy, and just enough realism to avoid the hype.

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Machine Learning in Risk Management: A Game-Changer for Prop Trading

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Summers (pictured) Content Writer The post Machine Learning in Risk Management: A Game-Changer for Prop Trading appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Impending Crisis Looms Over U.S. Ports

Supply Chain Brain

Port of Los Angeles executive director Gene Seroka said "essentially shipments out of China for major retailers and manufacturers have ceased.

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Picking the Best Crypto to Invest in — Considerations and Red Flags

IT Supply Chain

By Peter West (pictured) Content Writer The post Picking the Best Crypto to Invest in Considerations and Red Flags appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What Are Duplicate Invoices, How to Spot & Prevent

Precoro

The AP workflow may seem bulletproof—until a duplicate invoice hits the budget. Whether it's a vendor follow-up email or an OCR hiccup, these duplicates can slip past even the most alert teams.  Some rely on manual entry and fall short due to human mistakes and work overload. Others rely on ERP duplicate checkers, but these systems only scan invoice numbers, not the amounts.

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Retail Readiness: Preparing for High-Volume Sales

Saleswarp

Retailers frequently face periods of heightened demand that significantly impact their revenue. These surges can be driven by promotions, product launches, events, or unexpected trends. Successfully navigating these high-demand sales periods requires careful planning. Optimizing Order Management The right order management system is essential for handling increased demand.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Construction Vendor Management Software: Benefits & Solutions

Kodiak Hub

Managing a construction project can feel like juggling contractors, suppliers, materials, and deadlines all at once. Without the right tools, vendor coordination can quickly turn chaotic. Construction vendor management software is a game-changer that helps wrangle all those moving parts into a streamlined system, ultimately saving time and money. In this post, well explore what this software is, the benefits it offers, key features to look for, and why a platform like Kodiak Hub stands out as a

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Cognira’s PromoAI – Brochure

Cognira

Brochure Cognira's PromoAI overview Discover PromoAI , Cogniras intelligent, AI-driven solution designed to transform your retail promotions. This comprehensive brochure offers a clear overview of PromoAIs powerful capabilities, including Promotion planning , Promotion optimization , Promotion effectiveness , and streamlined deal management. Learn how PromoAI leverages artificial intelligence to enhance promotional strategies, boost efficiency, and maximize profitability for your retail business

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Advantages of Using Small Freight Carriers

Freightera

Carrier Size Doesnt Always Mean Better Service in Freight, and Heres Why When it comes to freight, size matters. Be it the size and volume of your cargo or the size of the freight carrier youre using, it all makes a difference. The price, speed, and quality of service may all vary greatly based on the size of the carrier , and bigger doesnt always mean better.

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The Changing Landscape of Order Management Systems (OMS)

Supply Chain Brain

Businesses adopting modular, AI-powered OMS systems are better equipped to meet rising consumer expectations and adapt to market shifts.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Carolina Cat Selects Tecsys' Omni™ WMS to Enhance Distribution Efficiency and Support Growth

Tecsys

Carolina Cat selects Tecsys' Omni WMS to boost distribution efficiency and support growth, leveraging advanced technology for better service and operational excellence.

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Watch: The State of Air Freight

Supply Chain Brain

Among the major challenges, Hassan says, is a tightening of capacity, due in part to delays in the delivery of new aircraft, especially freighters.

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Tariff Impact Starting to Show Up in the Numbers for Logistics

Supply Chain Digest

Ports, Truckers Seeing a Sharp Drop in Demand

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UPS in Talks with Startup to Deploy Humanoid Robots

Supply Chain Brain

The exact functions that Figures humanoids would handle for UPS remain unclear, although the startup hinted at a tie-up with a logistics firm in February.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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The Message at Automotive Finished Vehicle Logistics NA 2025 Was Clear: Drive Network Resilience

BlueYonder

A team from Blue Yonder recently attended the Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2025 (FVL NA 2025) conference in Huntington Beach, California. Nearly 500 registered attendees gathered to learn, share, connect, and discuss innovations and best practices including auto OEMs, auto tier 1 suppliers, , car haulers, logistics services providers (LSPs), policymakers, software vendors, and rail, shipping and port providers.

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Temu, Shein Hit U.S. Shoppers with Sweeping Price Hikes

Supply Chain Brain

Starting on May 2, de minimis shipments from China will be subject to either a 120% tariff or a flat $100 fee per postal item, with the flat fee increasing to $200 on June 1.

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Bob Ferrari Cited in Business Insider Report

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters alerts our readers to observations and comments shared by Founder and Executive Editor Bob Ferrari in a recent published Business Insider report. This report is titled: The worst is yet to come Trumps tariffs could mean even higher prices and empty shelves within weeks ( Paid subscription or metered view ). Bob is one of nine select supply chain researchers, industry analysts, insiders and logistics experts spoken to in forming this reports observations which are the timelin

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Trump Demands Free U.S. Transit Through Suez, Panama Canals

Supply Chain Brain

The Panamanian president, Jose Raul Mulino, said that toll fees were regulated by the Panama Canal Authority (ACP), an autonomous governing body that oversees the trade route.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.