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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

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At St. Luke’s, Supply Chain Excellence Depends Upon Doctor Involvement

Logistics Viewpoints

Procurement became a logical place for leading healthcare systems to focus. As vice president of supply chain and procurement, Mr. Wengert was brought in to drive change. Hospital chains’ approach to procurement lagged far behind the practices employed by manufacturers, retailers, and distributors. “We The post At St.

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Amazon and the Shift to AI-Driven Supply Chain Planning

Logistics Viewpoints

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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Turn Off the Fog Machine: Move Past Groupthink to Drive A Positive, Data-Driven Narrative

Supply Chain Shaman

Examples are consensus forecasting, the evolution of the SCORE model, the Annual State of Logistics Report, and the Gartner Top 25. Let’s use the 2024 State of Logistics Report , “Navigating Through the Fog,” as an example. During the pandemic, logistics was a constraint. business logistics costs totaled $2.3

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Making Logistics Data Actionable: Insights from Freightos and Gryn

Freightos

Home Making Logistics Data Actionable: Insights from Freightos and Gryn July 7, 2025 Blog Data is the backbone of efficient decision-making. However, transforming raw data into actionable insights remains a significant challenge for many logistics organizations.

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The New World Of Warehousing with Matt Fain

The Logistics of Logistics

The New World Of Warehousing with Matt Fain. Matt Fain and Joe Lynch discuss the new world of warehousing. Matt is the Co-Founder and CEO of popcapacity , which is dedicated to simplifying the process for sourcing warehouse space. Matt shifted to logistics sales and became a very successful agent for BlueGrace.

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Walmart and the New Supply Chain Reality: AI, Automation, and Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical shifts demonstrated the risks of relying on single-source suppliers and minimal inventory buffers. AI-driven analytics, machine learning, and robotics are improving procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier negotiations. Resilience is now taking precedence.