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The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

Transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing collectively contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making these areas critical for meaningful change. Warehousing operations also offer opportunities for sustainable transformation. These efforts not only protect worker rights but also build trust with stakeholders and consumers.

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Mastering Disruption: A Smarter, More Connected Approach

Logistics Viewpoints

A disruption at any point in the global logistics network including the average of 12 touch points from shipment packaging to final delivery can prove disastrous for profits, service levels, customer loyalty, and other key metrics. With the global e-commerce market predicted to reach $8.1

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From Warehouse to Delivery – How Digital Twins Drive Real-World Efficiency

Logistics Viewpoints

For logistics professionals, this translates to smarter warehouse layouts, more accurate transportation planning, proactive maintenance scheduling, and a new level of resilience through cost-to-serve optimization. This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design.

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The Importance of Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

Reducing dependency on fossil fuels can mitigate these risks and improve operational predictability. Renewable Energy for Facilities: Warehouses and distribution centers can integrate solar panels and wind turbines to lower energy costs and carbon footprints. AI-powered warehouse management improves inventory flow and reduces waste.

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Executives Exploring AI Need to Understand Data Fabrics

Logistics Viewpoints

For instance, advanced factory scheduling solutions use predictive maintenance inputs, which rely on sensor data to forecast equipment failures. Warehouse management systems rely on RF scans of locations and products. Data fabrics need to work across an AI and Analytics lifecycle. So, we deploy an agent on an SAP environment.

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8 Warehouse Optimization Tips from Manufacturing Experts

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In the age of same-day delivery and rising consumer expectations, there is immense pressure on warehouses to perform at peak efficiency. That’s where warehouse optimization comes in. Here’s what you can expect: A clear definition of warehouse optimization and its core components. Ready to get started?

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How to Optimize Fulfillment with Unified Data

Logistics Viewpoints

Many large organizations have multiple systems for order, warehouse, or transportation management that are barely integrated frequently not at all. Effective inventory management strategies are crucial for businesses looking to expand their operations and improve delivery efficiency, particularly when scaling to multiple warehouse locations.