Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 3, 2025

At the recent ARC Forum 2025, Rachelle Howard, Director of Manufacturing Systems Automation and Digital Strategy, showcased how Vertex strategically blends advanced technology with a strong people-focused culture to boost manufacturing and supply chain agility.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

Summitt Hogue and Joe Lynch discuss what kills warehousing companies. Summitt is the founder of Growe , a Dallas-based commercial real estate firm focused exclusively on serving the various needs of third-party logistics companies across the United States.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Achieving these goals requires visibility into the entire supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2025

The 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and 20% tariffs on Chinese goods are expected to increase production costs, disrupt logistics networks, and force companies to rethink supply chains. are expected to rise by $3,000 to $12,000 per car, forcing manufacturers to either pass costs to consumers or cut production.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 16, 2025

In a related move, Temu has signed a lease for its largest warehouse in Vietnam to mitigate risks arising from the ongoing tariff complications between China and the US. From Indias perspective, the trade deal complements its ambition to become a preferred manufacturing destination, encouraging businesses to diversify their investments.

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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. Why are warehouses and DCs so vulnerable to cyberattacks?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Hospital chains’ approach to procurement lagged far behind the practices employed by manufacturers, retailers, and distributors. “We In manufacturing, engineers are typically at the top of the food chain. They have built a warehouse with material handling systems and a warehouse management system from Tecsys.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 5, 2023

I engaged in numerous discussions with robotics executives last year as I was developing ARC Advisory Group’s mobile warehouse robotics (AMR) research. I asked if he would share some insights with Logistics Viewpoints readers. We design and manufacture our own warehouse automation subsystems and full (and robust) software suite.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

System Integration and Data Visibility Orchestration requires connecting warehouse systems, transportation platforms, and ERP data so that status updates, inventory levels, and shipping exceptions are visible without needing to log in to separate systems. Dell reports reduced cycle times and improved productivity as a result.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 10, 2025

The consumer goods manufacturing and grocery vertical was also particularly strong. Blue Yonders warehouse management system solution is their top-selling application. Two years ago, 2 million tasks were sent to the warehouse floor. In 2023, Blue Yonder acquired Doddle, an application for returns and reverse logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 5, 2023

ARC Advisory Group, where I work, publishes an analysis of the 25 manufacturers with the most mature digital transformations. APQC conducts research on supply chain and logistics to help organizations assess the performance of their own processes and functions compared to their peers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2024

In the world of supply chain and logistics, the built environment comes in many forms, from warehouses and logistics parks to the buildings associated with ports and terminals. The operational technology (OT) world, however, is a different story.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Achieving these goals requires visibility into the entire supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Kara is the Founder and CRO of LeadCoverage , the premier B2B marketing and PR firm dedicated to helping logistics companies increase lead generation through targeted marketing strategies and media coverage. Kara Brown and Joe Lynch discuss the revenue engine.

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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 Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

Already upended for two years by the COVID-19 pandemic, the worldwide logistics industry is facing new challenges. If there’s a bright spot anywhere it’s the fact that, as logistics challenges have grown, so has the availability of advanced technologies to manage these challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

Manhattan Associates is a leader in two markets, warehouse management systems and omnichannel systems. The WMS solution optimizes productivity and throughput in distribution centers and warehouses. Manufacturers refer to it as the shop floor to top floor disconnect. In a warehouse, workers pick cases and build pallets.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

That supply planning application needs to be integrated into an array of internal systems ERP, transportation management, warehouse management, procurement, and other applications. Those can include suppliers, contract manufacturers, logistics service providers, customs brokers, governmental agencies, and other participants.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

Alexis Mizell-Pleasant and Joe Lynch discuss the next frontier in food logistics. Alexis is Managing Editor at Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Food Logistics and sister publication Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 23, 2025

Braden is the Co-founder and CEO of Launch Fulfillment and RocketFuel, two high-growth companies transforming the logistics and fintech landscapes. About Braden DiCristofano Braden DiCristofano is the Co-founder and CEO of Launch Fulfillment and RocketFuel, two high-growth companies transforming the logistics and fintech landscapes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They have changed the way they see logistics, and no longer view it as just a support process in their organization. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. Design of the logistics network.

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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. The resulting increase in demand may place pressure on agricultural producers and extract manufacturers to scale operations. Reformulation is not a one-to-one ingredient swap.

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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

MAY 26, 2022

Challenges drive dramatic shifts in supply chain and logistics. Across many of our industries, conventional wisdom about best practices for supply chain operations and logistical networks is being challenged. Hallmarks of successful logistics transformation. Automate, automate, automate – This is not a new idea or trend.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 14, 2022

Today’s logistics teams are operating in an environment characterized by uncertainty on three fronts. The available talent pool of drivers, warehouse associates and other employees is small, which creates staffing volatility. Minute by minute, logistics providers are asking themselves: What do customers want?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2025

The project demonstrates how 5G networks can serve as the digital nervous system for autonomous logistics. JD.com launched a 5G-powered logistics park in Beijing to support connected delivery fleets and smart loading systems. In the warehouse, robots and human workers collaborate through synchronized networks that eliminate latency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2023

And now for this week’s logistics news: Walmart Adds Truck Powered by Compressed Natural Gas to its Transportation Fleet CMA CGM offers $5.5 billion for Bollore logistics unit Retailers Tackle Cardboard Overload With Made-to-Fit Boxes Robust.AI billion) for the logistics unit of Bollore.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Demo Perez and Joe Lynch discuss Panama: the logistics engine of Latin America. As a visionary leader, he specializes in creating growth opportunities by designing innovative logistics solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and market access across the region. IPL Group specializes in Latin American warehousing and distribution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

APQC conducts research on supply chain and logistics to help organizations assess the performance of their own processes and functions compared to their peers. Compared to RPA implementation in other areas, organizations are more likely to have implemented RPA in Logistics and Warehousing (24 percent).

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2024

At a division of one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, 85% autonomy on manufacturing plans and 95% acceptance of proposed purchase orders has been achieved. You manufacture stuff. The post Autonomous Business Planning Is Not Only Possible, It Has Already Been Achieved appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 19, 2023

However, sustainability in logistics goes well beyond these initiatives. APQC conducts research on supply chain and logistics to help organizations assess the performance of their own processes and functions compared to their peers. Below are the results from the cross-industry report for environmental sustainability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. Taking all aspects into account is the only way for logistics companies to have a solid foundation for decision making and holistic optimization. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Logistics companies are reversing their hiring binge. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic followed by supply chain disruptions around the world has sparked a resurgence of companies bringing sourcing and manufacturing back to the United States or closer to U.S. trade with Asia.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 17, 2024

Over the past decade, the main battleground for China’s WMS market has been in the consumption industry; but more recently the battleground has returned to the manufacturing industry. In terms of revenue, the manufacturing industry creates about 1/5 of the overall market for WMS.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 1, 2025

They emphasized being an Industry Cloud Complete Company with industry-specific solutions for over 2000 micro verticals across Process Manufacturing, Distribution, Service Industries, and Discrete Manufacturing. Additionally, I asked about the impact of automation on the warehouse floor.

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