Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

In most industries, supply chains have become increasingly complex. As a result, many organizations are moving toward supply chain orchestration as a structured method for improving coordination. As a result, many organizations are moving toward supply chain orchestration as a structured method for improving coordination.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

When one thinks of supply chain software vendors, the name InterSystems may not spring to mind. A supply chain data fabric can help companies augment their supply chain processes. They aim to achieve the same success in supply chain management that they have achieved in the healthcare sector. Who is InterSystems?

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 30, 2025

My head is wobbling with announcements, late-night Friday press releases, company name changes, and executive turnover in the supply chain planning market. Logility, a conservative company supply chain planning technology, historically had no debt and cash reserves of more than 80M, is undervalued in this deal. Is it musical chairs?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. AI in supply chain automation is gradually reshaping how core functions operate, particularly in procurement, warehousing, and logistics.

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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

JANUARY 20, 2025

CONA Services Provides a Common Platform for Supply Chain Collaboration CONA Services LLC is an IT services company owned and governed by the 11 largest Coca-Cola bottlers in North America. Its main applications include SAP for backend transactions, Blue Yonder for supply chain management , and Salesforce for sales.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2025

Is your business facing rapid growth, supply chain disruptions and/or unpredictable customer demand? If so, optimizing your inventory management strategy can be a game-changer. Imagine shipping products directly from your supplier to your customer while maintaining the appearance that your business is the source.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 29, 2025

During the two-day event, I participated in various sessions covering a range of topics, including Warehouse Management Systems, Labor Management, Agentic AI, and Warehouse Automation. Supply chain unification was an undertone for many of the sessions during the entire event.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Five years ago, we all thought the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the most disrupted supply chain landscape we would ever see. Since then, supply chain disruptions and volatility have only increased. The pace and scope of supply chain disruption are beyond human cognition, manual analysis, and consumer-grade spreadsheet tools.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

ToolsGroup identifies five key drivers shaping the future of supply chains: changing customer expectations, heightened competition, rising operational complexity, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions. Operational Complexity Increased supplier diversification demands robust relationship management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

They can deliver lightweight, time-sensitive packages, such as medical supplies and consumer items, with direct access to delivery locations. Companies including Amazon and Wing are developing drone delivery systems to optimize logistical processes within restricted urban spaces.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Healthcare providers are leveraging efficient supply chains to ensure critical supplies reach patients when needed most.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2025

When Con Edison — the primary energy provider for New York City and Westchester County — set out to modernize New York's power grid with over 5 million smart energy meters, they needed more than just a shipping provider — they needed a strategic logistics partner. Safe, certified hazmat shipping for battery-powered meters.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

From May 19 to 21, 2025, CeMAT Southeast Asia and LogiSYM Asia Pacific were co-located for the second consecutive year at Singapore EXPO, creating a comprehensive platform for the regions logistics and supply chain community. Geek+ was honored as Best Warehouse Robotics Company for its smart warehouse automation solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

At the outset, shippers may see Hawaiian shipping as an extension of their mainland operations, to which they can apply the same strategies and the same playbook. Building an effective shipping strategy for Hawaii is a moving target. These assumptions quickly receive a reality check.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

Manhattan joins a select group of supply chain software suppliers generating over $1 billion in annual revenue. 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.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 21, 2025

To keep operations and supply chains stable amid the volatility of today’s global trade dynamics, companies need a freight strategy that can flex under pressure. Multimodal in Practice At a basic level, multimodal shipping can refer to using two or more distinct modes — such as truck, rail, air or ocean — in a single supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Supply chains are the backbone of global trade that ensure the smooth movement of goods and materials across industries. One of the most effective strategies for building resilience is integrating project management into supply chain operations. A well-managed supply chain does not just survive crises it thrives in them.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Logistics equipment plays a vital role in the efficient operation of warehouses and distribution centers. By selecting the right equipment, businesses can optimize storage capacity, improve productivity, and ensure the safe and timely delivery of goods. They are commonly used in warehouses with narrow aisles and high shelving.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Even with local processing, network variability, particularly in remote warehouses, ports, and along mobile routes, can still cause small but impactful delays. Optimizing AI models for edge hardware is another area of difficulty. Maersk has introduced Remote Container Management for its shipping containers.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 22, 2025

Businesses can’t afford slow or rigid supply chains. Behind the scenes, that level of responsiveness depends heavily on one critical factor: warehouse layout. As such, this guide breaks down the essential strategies for designing a warehouse layout that strengthens supply chain agility.

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Christmas Background Navigating Peak Season in the Supply Chain As the festive season approaches, its essential to shift focus from the personal impact of Christmas to the professional pressures it imposes on industries. Peak season brings unique pressures on supply chain management, from forecasting demand to ensuring timely deliveries.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 19, 2025

The message from markets is finally sinking in with shippers and 3PLs after nearly a decade of conflicting economic signals, demand volatility and heightened customer expectations: Uncertainty is the only certainty; risk, complexity and costs aren’t likely to ease, and no help is coming. Just be prepared for anything and keep going.

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RFgen

JULY 8, 2025

Uncertainty is a constant factor influencing supply chain operations. In response, many supply chain leaders consider pausing digital transformation initiatives to minimize risk. This lack of real time information causes slow reactions to supply chain issues, allowing minor problems to escalate quickly.

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RFgen

JULY 25, 2025

What Is Warehouse Order Picking? Warehouse order picking is a dynamic, multi‑step process that serves as the critical link between your on‑hand inventory and customer satisfaction. Pickers then locate each SKU, verify quantities, and stage items for packing and shipping.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Picture this: You’re a warehouse manager, and with a few taps on your smartphone, you instantly know the exact location and quantity of every item in your inventory. It’s like having a magic wand that optimizes inventory levels, prevents shortages, and sharpens your demand forecasting—all from your smartphone.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 6, 2025

Amid all the disruptions facing the supply chain at any given time, tariffs remain a constant concern for leadership. Last year, in a survey , supply chain leaders identified rising tariffs and trade barriers as their top challenge. Building a more agile supply chain is necessary for companies across all industries.

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Stord

APRIL 21, 2025

Its about gaining access to larger, less saturated markets, often in regions where demand for certain products or categories is growing faster than in the brands home market. If demand softens in the U.S. Products are picked, packed, and shipped abroad directly to the customer. For example, a U.S.-based

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Freight Waves

JUNE 24, 2025

The global supply chain is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by tariffs, rising trade restrictions and evolving technologies. A digital twin is a virtual model that can replicate a supply chain. Let me find new routes, new supply chain sources, new ideas.

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AB&R

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The supply chain industry, in particular, has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years, from fluctuating consumer demand to persistent labor shortages. RFID technology is a game-changing tool that’s transforming warehouse management and paving the way for truly agile supply chains.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 16, 2025

With Detroit’s legacy as the Motor City, the region is home to countless manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors deeply embedded in the global automotive supply chain. Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions Global disruptions often lead to delays at ports, congested rail yards, and increased transportation costs. Here’s how.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 31, 2024

As the size and scale of their worldwide supply chains increase, many manufacturers, retailers and distributors are finding themselves constrained by shortfalls in resources, capacity and specialized knowledge. There are some larger LSPs out there who can easily manage end-to-end supply chains and seamlessly onboard new customers.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2025

Supply chain disruptions have become all too common. While some warehouses overflow, others sit nearly empty, creating a frustrating paradox of excess and scarcity. The problem lies in effectively balancing inventory across the supply chain. When demand surges, inventory needs to rise, and vice-versa.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

For supply chains, AI offers new paradigms and approaches, delivering streamlined processes and results that are unprecedented. AI is about more than fixing problems — its fundamentally changing how supply chains operate. According to Forbes Market Insights , the global supply chain management market is projected to grow from $23.58

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Shapiro

JULY 18, 2025

Back in 2015 , supply chains were still flying blind. Real-time tracking was a novelty, warehouse robotics belonged in sci-fi, and digital collaboration was in its infancy. AI-powered dashboards, autonomous freight, smart warehouses, and full-spectrum visibility platforms like Shapiro 360°. Need strategic support?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 11, 2025

A wave of chaos followed that turned the supply chain upside down, forcing it to adapt, transform, and learn at an accelerated pace. 3 long term changes to the supply chain 1. Or the Panama Canal drought, which forced authorities to cancel ship crossings by 36%, costing between $500 million and $700 million.

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