Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 13, 2025

This week’s news roundup highlights the transformative impact of AI integration, autonomous robotics, and strategic visions on the future of supply chains, on to the news: How AI Can Help Tame Warehouse Complexity Artificial Intelligence | By Steve Ross • 06/12/2025 The complexity of running the warehouse only continues to increase.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The average cost of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) install continues to rise each year, with implementations often reaching millions of dollars today. But heres the good news: this doesnt have to be the reality for your warehouse operations. Because complexity drives costs. But what exactly defines complexity?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Three months into 2025, we have seen a barrage of on-again, off-again tariffs that have supply chain and logistics teams reeling, as they must rethink everything from next weeks shipping route to their foundational network models. Since then, supply chain disruptions and volatility have only increased. The Ukraine-Russia conflict is ongoing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 12, 2025

Even digital advancements, like Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, only partially solve these challenges because they still need centralized oversight and reconciliation. Logistics & Shipment Tracking Tracking shipments across multiple jurisdictions is difficult. Smart contracts offer a new approach.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

Digital twins are emerging as digital transformation accelerators for supply chain and logistics organizations seeking enterprise-level visibility, real-time scenario modeling, and operational agility under disruption. This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 17, 2025

The Logistics Viewpoints archive has grown into a resource that supports exactly that a curated collection of category-based content that reflects both foundational principles and emerging trends across the logistics landscape.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-competitive, omni-channel world, warehouses play a critical role in maximizing service and fulfilling the ambitious customer promises that are required today. Warehouses also represent an enormous cost center. Volatile demand means warehouses need to pivot quickly when order volumes change.

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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

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In mathematical terms, optimization is a mixed-integer or linear programming approach to finding the best combination of warehouses, factories, transportation flows, and other supply chain resources under real-world constraints. ML can also be used to generate labor standards for warehouse workers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

With freight transport accounting for a significant share of global emissions, efforts to improve logistics now extend beyond operational metrics to include resilience, regulatory compliance, and climate performance. CEVA Logistics, a CMA CGM subsidiary, uses Googles AI tools for warehouse management and demand forecasting.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 7, 2025

Sustainability has become a core focus for industries worldwide, and warehousing is no exception. Modern warehouses are not just storage spaces—they are dynamic hubs of activity that play a critical role in supply chain efficiency. Transitioning to sustainable practices reduces environmental impact and cuts costs in the long term.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2025

The logistics, supply chain, freight transportation, warehousing, and inventory management sectors often operate on razor-thin margins. In 2024 alone, the billion-dollar damage mark was exceeded by 27 weather-related disasters in the U.S., tallying a staggering $182 billion in damages. This is true for regulated electric utilities too.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of modern supply chains, one of the key challenges is the efficient management of resources to eliminate waste and enhance overall productivity. Packing efficiently is essential for maximizing storage capacity and minimizing waste in the warehouse. With 90% of items shipped in the U.S.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the age of same-day delivery and rising consumer expectations, there is immense pressure on warehouses to perform at peak efficiency. But between rising costs, complex logistics, and the constant struggle to optimize space and labor, staying ahead can feel like an uphill battle. That’s where warehouse optimization comes in.

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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

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Open Sky Group, a global leader in supply chain execution solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Easy Metrics , a premier provider of labor management and warehouse performance management solutions.

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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. CISA is the branch of DHS that handles critical infrastructure cybersecurity, and they have may resources as well, including free cybersecurity services.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Driven by omni-channel growth and multinational expansion, the global logistics industry is booming — and it’s expected to reach $18 trillion in value by 2030. They need new trucks, new warehousing space, new micro-fulfillment facilities — but high interest rates and rising real estate prices make them reluctant to invest.

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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

JANUARY 21, 2021

Large swings in supply and demand for different product categories and changes in distribution patterns left logistics managers grappling with the biggest challenge of their careers. Challenges that were made all the more difficult by one of the most basic yet complex questions in logistics, “How long will it take to get there?”

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Without the ability to distinguish actionable insights from irrelevant noise, decision-makers risk inefficiency, confusion, and misallocation of resources. For example, a warehouse inventory discrepancy may only matter if it affects high-priority orders or strategic customers. To break through the noise requires context.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2022

I just completed the data gathering process for ARC’s global Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market research study. WMS functionality such as labor management and resource management were hightly important. Also of interest was integration with complementary technologies such as warehouse automation and robotics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

FabFitFun Warehouse in Chino, CA FabFitFun is an interesting retailer with a complex supply chain. They have been successful enough with their fulfillment capabilities that they are no longer just a direct-to-consumer retailer; they are also a third-party logistics provider. The Chino warehouse employs 200 full-time employees.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2022

Examples of Mobile Warehouse Robotics included in ARC’s Research. I recently completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the mobile warehouse robotics market. In the process, I expect robotics suppliers to obtain labor resources from adjacent or similar markets to support their growth.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 9, 2022

Transparent data prepared especially for your logistics operation will get you easily through your peaks. The hype usually revolves around just one item and can easily be managed by a modern logistics system. Imagine a warehouse operating around the clock, 360 days a year. Peaks are all so different.

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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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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

JANUARY 18, 2023

Chad and I discussed the widespread labor constraints impacting warehouse operations across North America and Europe. I told Chad that I believe warehouse labor constraints will continue for extended time, and that warehouses must actively manage with this in mind. Warehouse Labor Shortages.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

How cloud computing is used in logistics. Also for logistics, cloud computing and artificial intelligence is opening up fantastic new opportunities. Using these technologies increases transparency in logistics networks and allows them to become more intelligent. It is a great resource for making the right decisions in logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2025

This architecture enables: Complex Workflow Orchestration: Multi-agent systems can orchestrate complex workflows in minutes, significantly reducing the time and resources required for complex tasks. Logistics Optimization AI Agents can analyze transportation networks, weather patterns, and other variables to optimize routes and reduce costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2023

The concept of digital twins has emerged as a powerful foundational tool to drive improvements in warehouse productivity and efficiency. In the warehouse context, a digital twin can be created to represent the physical layout, inventory, equipment, and workflows of a warehouse. Physical change (i.e.,

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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? A North America?n

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2025

Below, we outline three ways blind shipping can help optimize your logistics, keep inventories healthy and save you money! Overstocking means wasted resources, while running out of stock can lead to lost sales. Grow Without the Need for More Warehousing As your business expands, the need for more warehouse space often follows.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

Many large organizations have multiple systems for order, warehouse, or transportation management that are barely integrated frequently not at all. However, large organizations are often equipped to handle fulfillment in-house, leveraging their extensive resources and capabilities.

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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

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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 4, 2023

However, there may be a limited number of independent consultancies with a multi-platform WMS practice that also have the resources to support your organization through the WMS implementation and systems integration process. The post Choose Your WMS Consultant Wisely – Project Success Depends Upon It appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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