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This Week in Logistics News (September 9 – 15)

Logistics Viewpoints

The letter said such restrictions on autonomous trucking would not only undermine existing regulations, but could also limit supply chain innovation and effectiveness and hamper California’s economic competitiveness.

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Supply Chain Agenda of Hildur Gylfadóttir, Supply Chain Manager at Össur

Supply Chain Movement

“The supply chain role is to support innovation and still be efficient”. Reykjavik-based Össur is a pioneer in innovative non-invasive orthopaedics. Since the company was founded in 1971, research and innovation has been at its core and it continues to push the technological boundaries further. By Helen Armstrong.

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Resilience and Agility in Supply Chains: Navigating Change in a Dynamic World

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Similarly, during the 2010 volcanic eruption in Iceland, which disrupted air travel across Europe, fashion retailer Zara showcased its agility by rapidly adjusting its distribution network to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.

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Supply Chain Movement 19 – Software & Leaders

Supply Chain Movement

Reykjavik-based Össur is a pioneer in innovative non-invasive orthopaedics. Since the company was founded in 1971, research and innovation has been at its core and it continues to push the technological boundaries further. . • Better forecasts and implementation best practices. • Apps for more efficient procurement procedures.

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Trends 2023: Technology

Enterra Insights

”[9] In a step towards achieving that goal, they report, “The world’s biggest carbon removal factory recently opened in Iceland.” To avoid catastrophic future warming, we must also remove carbon dioxide from the air.”[9] ” Trend 6. Quantum Computing. ”[12].

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Walmart Launches Second U.S. Drone Delivery Pilot in North Carolina

Multichannel Merchant

Walmart is all-in on technology and innovation, including pilots of autonomous vehicles with Gatik, Ford and Nuro and a June pilot of cashier-less checkout near its Bentonville, AR headquarters, as it tries to keep pace with Amazon’s relentless advances. The post Walmart Launches Second U.S.

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Wing Partners with FedEx, Walgreens on Drone Delivery Pilot in Virginia

Multichannel Merchant

allowing us to explore another omni-channel offering for the delivery of products and services our customers want and need – wherever, whenever and however they may want them,” said Vish Sankaran, chief innovation officer, Walgreens Boots Alliance, in a release. “Through our partnership with Wing, Walgreens will be the first U.S.