Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Source: mainebiz.biz In today’s rapidly evolving logistics and supply chain sector, warehouses are increasingly turning to innovative technologies to gain a competitive edge. Overview of Warehouse Robotics Warehouse robotics represent a revolutionary advancement in the logistics and supply chain sector.

Waste Reduction

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 17, 2025

This week’s headlines reveal a logistics industry caught between two worlds: one still hampered by legacy systems and regulatory bottlenecks, and another rapidly evolving into a landscape defined by real-time orchestration, intelligent automation, and hardened digital trust. The transformation begins at the warehouse.

Real-time Visibility

Logility

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) and rapidly developing generative AI tools provide complex, real-time, and in-depth insights specific to supply chain management. This is particularly critical in supply chain environments where aligning data across siloed departments is essential.

Supply and Demand

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. We were wrong. The Ukraine-Russia conflict is ongoing. Tensions flare in the Middle East without warning.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

Optimizing fulfillment requires a series of steps to get a shipment from its source to the end customer. These steps include sourcing and receiving inventory, storing inventory, order processing, picking and packing an order, shipping the order, and returns management.

Optimal Sourcing

The Network Effect

JULY 24, 2025

Skip to content The Network Effect Beyond Supply Chains Menu Home Business Networks Supply Chain Management Logistics Resilience AI About Submit a Post Are Micro Fulfillment Centers the Next Frontier in Retail Logistics? What Is a Micro Fulfillment Center? MFCs powered by robotics can reduce the need for manual picking.

Inventory Reduction

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For the past few years, the news has been filled with stories about supply chain disruptions, supply chain fragility, and the need for supply chain resilience. A term once prominent in supply discussions optimization isn’t heard quite as often as it used to be.

Optimal Sourcing

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.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2025

Product Packaging Ideas to Reduce Costs! Packaging systems play an integral role in supply chain operations, from manufacturing to distribution of products to end users. Many packaging options are available in the market, providing excellent protection for items people buy online or in physical stores.

Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 22, 2025

E-commerce growth, labor shortages and unpredictable demand are pushing many facilities to turn to automation as a way to stay competitive. E-commerce growth, labor shortages and unpredictable demand are pushing many facilities to turn to automation as a way to stay competitive. But as adoption grows, so do the risks of rushing in.

Supply Chain Software

Taulia

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

­Driving decarbonization with technology In 2023, the SAP CPO Think Tank community has been closely examining how companies can accelerate supply chain decarbonization. Decarbonization – in other words, the effort to reduce CO 2 emissions by transitioning away from fossil fuels – is a crucial tool in combatting climate change.

Supply Chain Planning Software

ivalua

JUNE 5, 2025

In this article, we break down the differences between procurement and purchasing, explain why the distinction matters, and explore how technology can align both functions to drive efficiency, compliance, and long-term value. Technology unifies procurement and purchasing, improving visibility, compliance, and workflow automation.

Procurement Solutions

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 7, 2025

Subscribe The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! This article depicts how innovative technology transforms supply chain operations. Organizations can maintain lead positions through automation systems with blockchain verification controls and robots to enhance warehouse performance.

Supply Chain Software

ivalua

AUGUST 6, 2025

You’ll learn how leading organizations are using procurement technology like Ivalua to regain control, reduce risk, and deliver real business value. Key Takeaways Indirect procurement is often decentralized and reactive, but the right strategy and tools can help you implement structure and efficiency. What Is Indirect Procurement?

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 8, 2025

Subscribe 8 Supply Chain Challenges and How Companies Can Overcome Them! In the dynamic brewing industry, supply chain obstacles often complicate the journey from grain to glass. From sourcing premium raw ingredients to delivering each fresh pint to customers, breweries face a host of complex challenges.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Exiger Perspectives

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The move amounts to a weaponization of the Periodic Table and highlights a strategic vulnerability that could disrupt defense and industrial supply chains. Exiger is the only company capable of identifying the holistic supply chain impacts of critical minerals from technical data packages.

Supply Chain Design Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2025

Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chains consist of imperfect humans struggling to make perfect decisions. That, at least, is the theory behind mathematical optimization, and the way it’s being applied to supply chain management today. In the end, though, it all comes down to a game of numbers.

Optimal Sourcing

Kinaxis

MAY 29, 2025

But amid the ups and downs, one thing remains constant: the need for agility and adaptability in supply chain management. Let’s take a closer look at how four key industries—automotive, consumer packaged goods (CPG), high tech, and industrial manufacturing—are navigating the tariff rollercoaster and adjusting to the shifting landscape.

Modeling

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 14, 2025

Punching Through Your Packaging Process More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter! Packsize Box First or Box Last? Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox.

Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 17, 2025

Breaking Down Business Silos Supply chains don’t exist in isolation. To truly build resilience across the entire organization — including supply chain and logistics — businesses need to remove the internal silos that can lead to restricted data flow and collaboration.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Many of the world’s largest companies have committed to reaching net zero by 2050, triggering a ripple effect throughout global supply chains. Many of the world’s largest companies have committed to reaching net zero by 2050, triggering a ripple effect throughout global supply chains.

Rail Software

ModusLink Corporation

JANUARY 30, 2025

Supply Chain Management – SCM – The Coordinated Process of Producing and Delivering Goods and Services from Suppliers to Consumers – Conceptual Illustration In todays rapidly evolving global marketplace, supply chain disruptions have become a regular occurrence.

Sourcing Strategies

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2025

Subscribe The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! Supply chain management in the U.S. With the introduction of new technologies, businesses can now streamline operations, increase efficiency, and better meet consumer demands. Key Takeaways Supply chain management in the U.S.

Waste Reduction

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It’s a holistic approach that blends strategic planning, streamlined processes, and the right technology to transform your warehouse into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Eight proven optimization strategies, combining technology, best practices, and sustainable solutions. Choose the Right Tech (WMS vs.

Optimal Sourcing

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This ambitious initiative is set to transform various aspects of the supply chain, from manufacturing and job creation to research and development, infrastructure upgrades, and sustainability efforts. As part of this package of U.S. is a strategic move to enhance domestic production.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

For supply chains, AI offers new paradigms and approaches, delivering streamlined processes and results that are unprecedented. The technology reduces risks, operational errors, delays and waste, while simultaneously improving the customer journey. billion in 2023 to $63.77

Supply Chain Planning Software

RFgen

AUGUST 5, 2025

In recent years, the global automotive industry has been shaken by a persistent microchip shortage, halting production lines, escalating costs, and testing the resilience of even the most sophisticated supply chains. The tight coupling between chip supply and vehicle production means that any disruption cascades through the system.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

SCB Feature Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain? SCB Feature Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain? That’s because the promise of artificial intelligence for supply chain operations is huge.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 23, 2025

AI, at its heart, is a tool to help solve problems — like a hammer, or pair of scissors. According to our 2024 report, Generative AI in the B2B Marketplace , 81% of B2B businesses are already investing in AI, with 79% anticipating increasing their AI budgets within the next year.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2025

Your cleanroom may look pristine to you, but contamination tends to creep in through the most unsuspected sources. These seemingly innocuous-sounding yet easily overlooked sources can quietly contaminate your environment and compromise product quality and regulatory compliance. Sometimes it’s your pen. Your lunch. Your eyelashes.

Manufacturing Procurement

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

The Manufacturing Supply Chain Journey through AI and Automation Manufacturing Supply Chains Explained The manufacturing supply chain comprises all the processes a business uses to turn raw materials and components into final products that are ready to be sold to customers, whether these are consumers or other businesses.

Manufacturing Procurement

ivalua

JULY 3, 2025

Direct and indirect procurement are two fundamental approaches in supply chain management, each serving distinct functions within an organization. Key Takeaways Unified sourcing platforms help connect planning, sourcing, and spend visibility for both procurement types, driving efficiency and competitive advantage.

Manufacturing Procurement

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 1, 2025

Cargo theft continues to rise, costing the supply chain billions annually. Cyber theft: Increasingly, cargo thieves are using digital tools to hack into transportation systems and reroute shipments. It's about building a smarter, safer supply chain. The good news? Shippers don't have to face this threat alone.

3PL

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 8, 2025

The Resilient Supply Chain! Supply chains come with diverse challenges, ranging from supplier risks to unpredictable exchange rates. However, by being informed about such potential issues and staying proactive, supply chain obstacles can be overcome to maintain successful operations.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Subscribe The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! The supply chain industry faces a transformative era heading into 2025. Technological advances, sustainability goals, and stronger resilience plans emerge as central themes shaping the future of logistics.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Industries dependent on these metals, including defense , renewable energy , electronics, and manufacturing, may experience supply chain disruptions, including delays, price increases, and supply bottlenecks, due to China’s leading role in their production. defense and technology. It is not clear whether U.S.

China

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.

Freight