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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

From sourcing and bid evaluation to warehouse slotting and dynamic routing, AI tools support faster and more consistent outcomes by processing large volumes of operational data and identifying patterns that human decision-makers may overlook. These capabilities are now being integrated into mainstream TMS, WMS, and ERP platforms.

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Supply Chain AI: 25 Current Use Cases (and a Handful of Future Ones)

Logistics Viewpoints

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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Blue Yonder: 2024 Year in Review

Logistics Viewpoints

Some of that was driven by the shift to electric vehicles, and some by changing tariff policies. Blue Yonders warehouse management system solution is their top-selling application. Two years ago, 2 million tasks were sent to the warehouse floor. Both are contributing to a rewiring of the automotive supply chain industry.

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Manhattan Associates Momentum 2025: New Horizons

Logistics Viewpoints

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. The unification of transportation management and warehouse management systems has enhanced appointment scheduling and transportation planning.

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CeMAT Southeast Asia & LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2025: Robotics Drive Forward as Supply Chains Strategize

Logistics Viewpoints

Geek+ was honored as Best Warehouse Robotics Company for its smart warehouse automation solutions. Storage automation and AS/RS solution providers such as AutoStore, Swisslog, and Kardex were present, alongside intralogistics, supply chain, and warehouse automation specialists including SSI Schaefer, Dematic and Krber Supply Chain.

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Navigating Global Trade Challenges in 2025 (It’s Not Just About Tariffs)

Logistics Viewpoints

By adopting strategic mitigation techniquessuch as tariff engineering, leveraging Free Trade Agreements, participating in duty drawback programs, utilizing Foreign Trade Zones, and embracing trade compliance technologycompanies can better safeguard profitability and maintain competitive advantages amidst trade policy unpredictability.

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Organize Your Warehouse to Perfection With These Thoughtful Solutions

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Organizing a warehouse in 2025 requires blending time tested practices with modern technology. Warehouse managers and manufacturing businesses face a growing demand for rapid order fulfillment across multiple channels, complex production processes, and an unpredictable supply chain. A logical layout is the backbone of efficiency.