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Warehousing News Roundup: April 22, 2019

Stord

The use of predictive analytics in supply chain operations rose by 76% from 2017 to 2019 , according to survey data. Warehouse construction in the United States finally outpaced demand over the past three months. Warehouse construction in the United States finally outpaced demand over the past three months.

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KRONOS Worldwide Improves Service and Reduces Costs with Managed Trans

Logistics Viewpoints

Memsud Musabasic, a director of global distribution, joined KRONOS in 2019 to support the objectives and leverage SAP to drive value across all supply chain layers including physical distribution network, planning and execution layers. Ultimately, they decided to work with Uber Freight. In the following years, savings ranged from 4-5%.

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Freight Data Trends for 2019 and How a TMS Will Grow in Value

GlobalTranz

The application of data can help shippers gain control of shipping costs and make informed decisions, and the top freight data trends for 2019 exemplify how the use of a transportation management system (TMS) can further this cause. As omnichannel shopping becomes the standard for consumers, the use of freight data will excel.

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Which Industries Will Demand Greater Logistics Capabilities in 2019

GlobalTranz

Consider these industries and areas of the economy where logistics capabilities will expand throughout 2019. E-Commerce Demand Will Lead to the Urbanization of Warehousing As explained by On Time Logistics , the urbanization of warehousing refers to the increased use of warehouse space to move product closer to consumers.

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How Automation in the Supply Chain Will Make Employees More Strategic & Improve the Overall Supply Chain

Speaker: Adam Robinson, Director of Marketing, Cerasis

Improved Supplier/Vendor Management (Automated buying on an e-commerce website for repeat orders, automated freight pickups for inbound delivery, automated tracking alerts). Improved Picking & Warehouse Efficiency thanks to Picking Autonomous Mobile Robots & Voice Commands. February 6, 2019 11.00 AM PST, 2.00 PM EST, 7.00

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The Top 2019 Logistics Trends Shippers Should Know

GlobalTranz

2019 is shaping up to be a year in which warehouses and distribution centers continue the development and implementation of technology-based processes. Shipments sent from a warehouse, which may be a major distribution center for Walmart, Target or another company, can be sent direct-to-consumer. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER.

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Warehousing News Roundup: April 15, 2019

Stord

Rail freight lines in the Midwest are recovering from historic floods , but the potential for future damage still remains. Despite this recent downturn, employment in the subsector is up in 2019 as a whole. Speed and efficiency inside warehouses are more important than ever , according to speakers at ProMat 2019.