Microsoft Unveils New AI Innovations For Warehouses
Microsoft hopes its new AI innovations are the answer to a new set of challenges facing manufacturers.
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A Look at Baltimore’s Key Bridge Collapse—One Month Later
In our latest "Ask an Expert," Netstock's Barry Kukkuk joins us to discuss the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse, the government's response, and more.
European Parliament Passes New Law Requiring Supply Chain Accountability
The EU approved a new law that will prevent huge companies from committing human rights and environmental abuses in their global supply chains.
Baltimore Continues Bridge Recovery With Opening of New Channel
Baltimore's opened its fourth temporary channel, designed for commercial ships that have been stranded since the Key Bridge collapse to finally exit.
How Shippers Can Prep for Hurricane Season
Extreme weather events pose an extreme challenge for the transportation industry. Here are some tips on how to protect your company's supply chain.
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Henkel’s Global Warehouse Network Runs on Blue Yonder
In this case study Blue Yonder’s solutions have helped Henkel improve the speed, accuracy, efficiency, service level...
Ecommerce and Packaging, From All Angles
Top-of-mind CPG concerns around e-commerce packaging are addressed, including package design, sustainability, specialized packaging equipment, and Amazon’s...
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Ask an Expert: The Benefits of Manufacturing in Malaysia
Supplyframe CMO Richard Barnett discusses countries moving away from China for manufacturing and why Malaysia is a great alternative.
TIm Cook Says Apple Plans to Increase Investments in Vietnam
Apple plans to increase investment in Vietnam to strengthen its supply chain and reduce dependence on Chinese manufacturing.
Ranking the Top 20 Women in Supply Chain
Women, despite being underrepresented, are making significant strides in the supply chain industry. Here is a ranking of the Top 20.
Amazon Logistics’ Growth Shakes Up Shipping Industry in 2023
The 2023 U.S. Parcel Shipping Index is out, and it shows Amazon leading the pack in a changing industry landscape.
Spotlight Startup: Cart.com is Reimagining Logistics
Starting a company is hard work. We sat down with Cart.com co-founder Remingtom Tonar to discuss his company's early success, growing pains, and more.
Walmart and Swisslog Expand Partnership with New Texas Facility
Walmart and Swisslog are teaming up for a third time to implement automation at the retail giant's new Texas milk processing facility.
Nissan Channels Tesla With Its Latest Manufacturing Process
Nissan has joined other carmakers in adopting Tesla's gigacastin. The process will cut costs as the Japanese carmaker has plans to roll out 30 new models by 2027.
U.S. Manufacturing Gains Momentum After Another Strong Month
Despite economic challenges, U.S. factory production rose in March, led primarily by the automotive industry
Biden Gives Samsung $6.4 Billion For Texas Semiconductor Plants
In another boon for domestic manufacturing, President Biden awarded Samsung $6.4 billion for new semiconductor chip plants in Texas.
Apple Overtaken as World’s Largest Phone Seller
Samsung has overtaken Apple in overall phone sales as upstart Chinese companies take away market share.
Walmart Unleashes Autonomous Lift Trucks at Four High-Tech DCs
Walmart announced that it will deploy 19 autonomous lift trucks at four DCs, enhancing efficiency and transforming the way employees work.
Plastic Pollution is a Problem Many Companies are Still Ignoring
A new CDP report reveals that most companies are failing to address the dangers of plastic pollution, leading to calls for more mandatory disclosure.
Luxury Car Brands in Limbo After Chinese Company Violates Labor Laws
The U.S. ban on imports from China's Xinjiang region is delaying deliveries of high-end cars like Porsche, Audi, and Bentley to the U.S. market.
80% of Companies Still Unsure How to Best Leverage AI, Study Finds
Despite its many benefits, the majority of companies are still struggling to effectively use AI to improve their business processes.
Ranking the Best Countries for Private Business in EMEA
PwC released its annual Business Attractiveness Index for EMEA with Switzerland taking first place and the UK slipping to sixth.
The Harsh Reality for Amazon and Walmart Warehouse Workers
A new survey reveals the pressure of being an Amazon and Walmart warehouse workers, including constant surveillance and little time for bathroom breaks.
Supply Chain Stability Index: “Tremendous Improvement” in 2023
The stability of the supply chain has improved greatly in the past year, despite ongoing challenges and geopolitical tensions.
2024 Salary Survey: How Does Your Yearly Income Stack Up?
Peerless Research Group released its 40th annual salary survey of supply chain professionals. Check out all the findings--and a few surprises.
AI Not a Priority for Retailers and CPG Companies
A new study reveals that retailers and CPG companies still don't recognize AI's potential to manage shifts in consumer demand.
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How Does IKEA’s Inventory Management Supply Chain Strategy Really Work?
Each IKEA store is huge and holds more than 9,500 products! How in the world does IKEA offer so...
Starbucks as an Example of the Value Chain Model
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7 Principles of Supply Chain Management Explained
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