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Put Port Resilience on the Risk Management Map

MIT Supply Chain

But perhaps one of the most surprising reasons for the vulnerability of the US maritime transportation system is the way port facilities are distributed. For example, the MIT CTL research shows that imports of food/farm products and chemicals are concentrated in a small group of ports in the US Gulf region. RICE JR, J.B.,

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Machine Learning in Supply Chain: Definition, Uses, Case Studies

Unleashed

In this article, we explore the potential of machine learning in supply chain management and the different types and uses of the technology. Machine learning can help supply chain managers boost productivity, efficiency and performance. How is machine learning used in supply chain management?

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Speed Bumps on the Road to Growth for China’s 3PLs

MIT Supply Chain

Good transportation links a logistics strength in China. This growth is strongly encouraged by the Chinese government, which aims to develop the country into a premium integrated transportation and logistics hub with supply chain management competence to strengthen China’s position in international trade.

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29 warehouse & automation experts share insights on how warehouse robots will impact industry employment

6 River Systems

From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing. He is now the Owner and Business Manager of Robot Cleaner Store. Management is the X factor.

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55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social

The Logistics of Logistics

Original Article: 55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social. If you think we missed someone please let us know by emailing us at content@flexport.com or tweet at us (and tag @Flexport in your post). 55 Supply Chain & Logistics Experts You Should Follow on Social. Dr. Muddassir Ahmed, PhD. Kelly Barner.

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How Analytics Can Cure Supply Chain Woes!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Owners and managers are leveraging the power of massive datasets in areas as varied as warehousing and visual-based analytics to speed up the transport of commercial products. Recently, visual analytics has been building a large following among managers, entrepreneurs, politicians, and medical professionals. How is it done?

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Street-Level Views of Megacity Logistics

MIT Supply Chain

In “city exploration” exercises, small groups of researchers observed specific aspects of delivery operations such as street configurations and the number of destinations in specific urban areas. For more information on the project see this recent article in MIT News.