article thumbnail

Warehousing, the Rise of IT, Automation, and Now… Robotics

Logistics Bureau

Affected by changes in production, procurement and distribution methods, warehousing has continually been pushed and pulled in different directions. Outsourcing providers use advanced technology to make their operations more efficient and to safeguard their own margins, but the same tools are available to all those prepared to invest in them.

article thumbnail

History and Evolution of Supply Chain and Logistics

SCMDOJO

Also, traditional logistics focuses its attention on activities such as procurement , distribution, maintenance, and inventory management. A Technical and Academic Definition” , we have presented quite a few academic definition of SCMDOJO, and one presented by Donald J. Inventory optimization Tool. Bowersox, David J.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

This Week in Logistics News (November 10-14, 2014)

Talking Logistics

This week, FedEx Freight drivers voted against the union in Newark, New Jersey , and Con-way Freight employees did the same in Manchester, New Hampshire. At an investor conference this week, UPS discussed the growing impact of e-commerce on its business, and outlined several plans to enhance its operations.

article thumbnail

36 innovative companies re-inventing and rethinking supply chain and logistics

6 River Systems

Foxconn execs cite Belkin’s widely recognized brand name, strong sales channel presence and growth potential, as well as its best in-class capabilities and solutions, as primary motivators for the acquisition. In March 2018, Belkin was acquired by Foxconn Interconnect Technology Ltd.

article thumbnail

Why Evolved Supply Chain Management Relies on Actionable Analytics and Meaningful Logistics Intelligence

Intelligent Audit

According to JOC.com , “the New York and New Jersey port backlog is increasing and leading to more instability in terms of product replenishment and inventory management in the weeks after Christmas. Each risk presents the possibility for a delay despite growth. Provide Discounts on Worthy Purchases.

article thumbnail

Unboxing the Future: Consumer and Food Packaging Trends in 2024

QAD

New Jersey: Beginning this year, all regulated containers and packaging products must meet new standards for recycled content. It might sound a little daunting, but the shift is also exciting because it presents an opportunity for your business to build trust with consumers. Concerns about safety don’t stop there, either.

article thumbnail

The Great Maersk Shift

Freightos

In the weeks following the Damco brand subsumption, DB Schenker released a press release that referenced the Damco changes: “The last thing shippers need at present is further uncertainty”. Website Sales: a new digital experience. And that line is already being crossed. But the shift to direct pricing and booking isn’t the only change.