Locus Robotics

JANUARY 6, 2025

Home January 06, 2025 Warehouse Automation Reflections for 2024 and What Lies Ahead in 2025: Part 2/3 Rick Faulk , Chief Executive Officer What will the future hold for warehouses in 2025? The rise in e-commerce and omnichannel demand drives the need for flexible warehouse automation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 21, 2025

These multi-agent systems often employ hierarchical structures, where higher-level agents supervise and direct lower-level agents, ensuring alignment with overall objectives, which is particularly effective in large-scale settings like warehouse operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. bans exports by Oregon freight-forwarder in warning shot to industry Container losses fall to record low Warehouse wages rise to average of $18.99 bans exports by Oregon freight-forwarder in warning shot to industry Container losses fall to record low Warehouse wages rise to average of $18.99

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Today’s article is from Lucas Systems and highlights the ways to reduce warehouse travel. Labor is the single largest operating cost in most DCs and warehouse travel often accounts for half of all labor time, especially in order picking. By 2025 ecommerce is expected to expand by an additional $1.4 According to U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

And now to this week’s logistics news. Pandemic has ‘forever altered’ need for logistics space. Drop shipping is where retailers have manufacturers ship items directly to the consumer rather than carrying them in their warehouse. Sadly, Dick Hoyt passed away on Wednesday at his home in Holland, MA.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing.

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Freight Plus

MARCH 11, 2025

The 2025 NMFC changes are set to impact freight classification and pricing structures for shippers across various industries. Any updates to these classifications can affect shipping costs, compliance requirements, and overall logistics strategies. Heres everything you need to know about the 2025 NMFC updates and how to prepare.

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RFgen

JANUARY 21, 2025

Disruptions like pandemics and geopolitical instability, combined with rising consumer demands for speed and convenience, have reshaped logistics. This blog post explores the key trends defining the future of logistics in 2025. This volatility necessitates increased efficiency and adaptability within the warehouse.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 10, 2025

Home January 10, 2025 Warehouse Automation Reflections for 2024 and What Lies Ahead in 2025: Part 3/3 Rick Faulk , Chief Executive Officer Now that Ive looked back at 2024 and offered my warehouse automation predictions for 2025 , lets turn to the three areas warehouse leaders should concentrate on to prepare their operations for the future.

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Home February 24, 2025 ProMat 2025: Why You Cant Afford to Miss It Mary Hart , Sr. Content Marketing Manager For those in the manufacturing, supply chain, and warehouse automation industries, ProMat is the tradeshow that sets the tone for the future. Featuring Locus Robotics and Saddle Creek Logistics Monday, March 17.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon on path to reach 100% renewable energy by 2025. While Amazon may be lagging on drone efforts, it is making headway in its pledge for renewable energy by 2025. The post This Week in Logistics News (April 16 – 22) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Locus Robotics

MARCH 12, 2025

Home March 12, 2025 AI and Data-Driven Warehouse Decision Making Mary Hart , Sr. Content Marketing Manager Warehouses generate vast amounts of data every day, from fulfillment rates and inventory levels to labor efficiency and stock movement, but that raw data alone isnt enough.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 24, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The company reiterated that it is expecting to make more than $4 billion in cost reductions by the end of fiscal 2025. JD.com has been rapidly growing its logistics unit by focusing on warehousing growth, including in international markets.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 7, 2022

From product design, sourcing and operations planning, to manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, there are many opportunities for improved efficiency at each stage of the process. The World Economic Forum reports that, “by 2025, technology will create at least 12 million more jobs than it destroys.” The challenge of change.

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Home February 18, 2025 5 Ways Automation Optimizes Warehouse Operations Bill Jozefowicz , Sr. Director of Continuous Improvement Warehouses today face two significant challenges: labor shortages and complex inventory management. 5 Ways Warehouse Automation Optimizes Operations Speed. Labor Optimization.

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Resilinc

MARCH 6, 2025

Learn how to secure aerospace and defense supply chain resiliency with five key areas to note in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2025. For Fiscal Year 2025, the NDAA places significant focus on supply chain resilience, ensuring the U.S. Efficient warehouse utilization isnt just about spaceits about readiness.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2023

So last year the company pushed the deadline back to 2025, when the new campus is set to open. And now on to this week’s logistics news. At warehouse chain Sam’s Club, that means staying on top of roughly 6,000 items stacked on shelves in warehouse stores that average 136,000 sq. That’s all for this week.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A team from Blue Yonder attended the Manifest 2025 conference in Las Vegas last week, joining more than 7,200 attendees from the field of logistics. Presented by Blue Yonder customer DHL, Manifest brings together Fortune 500 global supply chain executives, logistics service providers (LSPs), innovators and investors.

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Home February 12, 2025 Why Warehouse Agility Wins: The Case for Flexible Automation Kait Peterson , Vice President, Product Marketing The past few years have reinforced that disruption can come from anywhere, including natural disasters, economic shifts, viral product trends, or labor shortages. Thats where automation comes in.

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This one figure speaks volumes about how organizations worldwide want access to the best supply chain management tools to boost efficiency and value in their distribution and logistics network. To help you optimize your search for the best supply chain management software in 2025. What can you expect in this guide? Let’s jump right in!

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. As early as 2025, at least 50 percent of new Porsches sold will include an electric drive. Now, furniture makers are seeing a logistics bottleneck create more problems as they try to keep up with demand. It will be interesting to watch the games unfold in silence.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 14, 2025

Background In a prior Supply Chain Matters commentary , we provided highlights and observations related to February 2025 production and supply chain activity levels as provided by various global wide and regional PMI index reporting. for February 2025 was described as the fastest reading of expansion in the overall index June of 2022.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The company says it will be profitable in 2023 and is telling investors it plans to reach $1 billion in sales in 2025. And now on to this week’s logistics news. The membership-only warehouse club said Friday it had huge gatherings and pent-up demand in mind as it selected and ordered holiday merchandise.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

3D printing’s effect on the supply chain can be summarized as the following: warehouses no longer need to keep as many parts in stock. this also means that warehouses can carry less physical inventory but potentially more stock keeping units (SKUs). Further, they believe they can scale to making their process 100 times faster by 2025.

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Generic drugs may be distributed over several logistical steps involving several distributors and transport providers while high-value specialty drugs and medical devices might be distributed from a single global or regional distribution center directly to the hospital (pharmacy or ward) or even the physician specialist at point of care.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 27, 2019

I spend all of my time in supply chain and logistics software, focusing on the lower-middle market. [01:54] 01:54] What will the 3PL industry look like in 2025? In 2025, there will be more consolidation and technology will play a larger role. [04:43] The concept of massive warehouses is breaking down.

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Locus Robotics

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Home October 23, 2024 The Future of Pharmaceutical Logistics and Online Pharmacies Mary Hart , Senior Content Marketing Manager In recent years, there has been constant change in how goods are moved and delivered, but few changes have been as impactful as the surge in e-commerce. If you and I need a prescription, that's a retail transaction.”

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 30, 2025

However, in the logistics and supply chain industry, digital marketing can offer quick results and streamlined quotes, making it an invaluable way to attract potential clients and build lasting relationships. Above all, when it comes to content, focus on your unique value proposition as a logistics service provider.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 21, 2016

Today’s logistics empire is not your grandfather’s or even your father’s logistics operation. Consumers are expressing an unprecedented amount of power through eCommerce, and in fact, eCommerce logistics is growing increasingly reliant on small parcel and package delivery options daily. Warehousing Expansion Is a Must.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

IDC expects spending on Digital Transformation (DX) on the top 5 use cases – smart warehousing, freight management, optimized operations, supplier network management, and predictive network inventory orchestration – to hit USD $33Bn in 2022. Fully automated Rack Clad Warehousing solutions from SSI SCHAEFER. Thoughts for 2022.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Warehouse Automation: Strategies for Innovation and Growth Synopsis Join us for an engaging and professional webinar as we unveil Geek+, a pioneer in innovative warehouse solutions. Discover how our state-of-the-art systems effectively tackle critical challenges such as labour shortages, regulatory pressures, and productivity deficits.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2022

For retailers, on the parcel side of ecommerce, one of the largest inbound shipments is returns, with a volume of 10% to 35%, according to Erik Caldwell, President of Last Mile Delivery for XPO Logistics. The logistics of transporting and warehousing returns is a necessary evil for retailers aiming to satisfy and delight consumers.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 5, 2015

It goes without saying that warehouses need to find ways to prioritize workplace safety for the health and productivity of the workforce. The following is our top 10 list of ways warehouses can drive more efficient and productive warehouse operations: Consider Automation. by the year 2025. Optimize Labor Productivity.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Partnering with Geek+: Warehouse Automation Strategies for Profitability and Growth Synopsis Join us for an engaging and professional webinar as we unveil Geek+, a pioneer in innovative warehouse solutions. Market Insights: Gain expert perspectives on current industry trends and the evolving challenges that manufacturers face today.

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Procurement Academy

JANUARY 21, 2025

It typically covers key supply chain areas including procurement , logistics, demand forecasting , and much more. Transportation and Logistics Supply chain logistics are top of the agenda for many organizations, with transportation becoming a major challenge.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By 2025, 70% of organizations will have implemented structured automation to significantly enhance flexibility and efficiency , up from just 20% in 2021. This substantial increase underscores not only the shifting priorities within the logistics sector but also the profound impact on global supply chains.

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C3 Solutions

DECEMBER 17, 2024

As 2025 approaches, the supply chain industry is bustling with change. From navigating global disruptions to embracing tech advancements, companies are rethinking how they approach logistics, warehousing, and transportation.

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