Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As a result, companies tend to plan, optimize, and execute their inventory, labor, transportation, and warehousing operations separately (that is, in a siloed manner). Historically, there has been a disconnect between Supply Chain Planning and Supply Chain Execution processes and applications. Is that the case at your company?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

So, if the model shows that by shutting down some warehouses and moving others, $10 million can be saved, the team will only promise $5 million. The projects include local finance, warehousing, and transportation managers who help to pull the data surrounding rents, transportation costs, customs, and other marginal costs together.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Smart warehouses, governed by standards like ISO 9001 for quality management, are also integrating AI systems to optimize inventory management and automate the loading and unloading processes. These vehicles will communicate seamlessly with smart warehouses, enabling completely automated delivery processes. What Are The Challenges?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

ARC Advisory Group began conducting formalized research on the global warehouse automation market in 2014. We define the market as those warehouse automation providers responsible for delivery of the system to the end-user (to eliminate double-counting). Looking back, I estimated the market in 2013 at $6.4 billion in 2019.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

With the ability to carry larger payloads over extended distances, autonomous vehicles are better suited for transporting bulk goods between distribution centers and other logistics hubs. Tesla and TuSimple are investing in self-driving truck technology to increase operational efficiency over longer transport routes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint. The first of the transportation trends is the network effect is at the heart of supply chain transformation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2025

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. To ensure effective performance, integration with warehouse management systems (WMS) is essential.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 5, 2024

While there is plenty of talk about autonomous transportation, including drones and self-driving trucks, warehouse automation is at the forefront of the autonomous supply chain. Today, I’m going to write a little bit about warehouse automation and control (WAC), and the different components that comprise this market.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the age of same-day delivery and rising consumer expectations, there is immense pressure on warehouses to perform at peak efficiency. That’s where warehouse optimization comes in. Here’s what you can expect: A clear definition of warehouse optimization and its core components. Ready to get started?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

Manhattan Associates is a leader in two markets, warehouse management systems and omnichannel systems. The WMS solution optimizes productivity and throughput in distribution centers and warehouses. The company also sells supply chain planning and transportation management solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Excess inventory, stockouts, and increased transportation expenses are common consequences of outdated planning methods. This system allows for dynamic inventory adjustments across warehouses, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory. Predictive maintenance of transportation fleets reduces downtime and repair costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

In this article, we will delve into strategic ways for warehouse managers to eliminate waste, with a focus on not only optimizing the use of cartons and packing, but labor resources and warehouse space as well. Packing efficiently is essential for maximizing storage capacity and minimizing waste in the warehouse.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2024

A Tier 1 WMS Should be Capable of Complex Optimization ARC Advisory Group does global market research on the warehouse management system market. Warehouse workers work alongside autonomous mobile robots to fulfill orders. The warehouse mobile robot system downloads orders from the WMS for the work that will be done in its zone.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2023

Chad and I discussed the widespread labor constraints impacting warehouse operations across North America and Europe. I told Chad that I believe warehouse labor constraints will continue for extended time, and that warehouses must actively manage with this in mind. Warehouse Labor Shortages.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 13, 2023

Today’s article comes from the team at KNAPP and explores the use of warehouse robotics. Employees and warehouse space are rare and expensive and future prognoses are becoming more and more uncertain. We say: Warehouse robotics is the key! What is warehouse robotics? Does this sound familiar to you?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 10, 2025

Blue Yonders warehouse management system solution is their top-selling application. Two years ago, 2 million tasks were sent to the warehouse floor. The companybelieves its Cloud warehouse execution system controls more robots than anyone but Amazon. Both are contributing to a rewiring of the automotive supply chain industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. The biggest challenge in the transport sector today: there just aren’t enough drivers. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics. Which truck should be used for transportation? Look at the big picture.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving supply chain industry, transportation spend optimization – or TSO – has assumed greater significance. The need to blend operational efficiency with sustainability and fiscal prudence has organizations exploring innovative ways to help ‘future-proof’ transportation spending challenges.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Road freight alone accounts for approximately 7% of global CO2 emissions, with maritime and air transport further amplifying the environmental burden. Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

When looking at energy transition in the supply chain, there are two big opportunities to look at: warehousing and transportation. Modern warehouses play a big role in energy transition within the supply chain. Energy Transition in Warehousing Modern warehouses take design into account for sustainability.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Logistics equipment plays a vital role in the efficient operation of warehouses and distribution centers. This guide explores a range of logistics equipment, from storage solutions and transportation tools to facility equipment, packing solutions, technology systems, and safety gear.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Offering comprehensive solutions, including warehousing, order fulfillment, and inventory management, Launch Fulfillment helps eCommerce brands streamline their supply chains. Seamless Integration: Integrates with most Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and accounting software for smooth operation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2024

Mike Hane, Director, Product Marketing, TMS at Descartes Does your company view transportation as a competitive weapon? The report categorized survey respondents in terms of how they see transportation: either as a “Competitive Weapon” or “Not Important.” For example, Competitive Weapon companies are 3.4

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2025

The demand, supply, transportation, and warehousing plans are created on the Blue Yonder platform. Daily transportation and warehouse plans are developed that go down to the level of what will be picked, packed, and shipped. Eventually, these plans are executed.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

One element of warehousing that can have a negative impact on supply chain costs is the way in which the space is set out and utilized. How many of the following five inefficiencies do you recognise within your company’s warehouse layout? 5 Ways to Achieve Efficient Warehouse Design: Improve Layout Efficiency & Save Costs!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2025

Cold storage warehouses are experiencing congestion, as food producers attempt to delay shipments until trade tensions ease. Warehouses in Texas and California are nearly full, as companies stockpile goods in anticipation of continued trade restrictions. Mexico and Canada have imposed 25% tariffs on U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This capital will help scale the company’s Shared Autonomy Platform and expand manufacturing for its TWA Reach forklifts, which integrate AI-driven autonomy with human oversight to optimize labor and safety in warehouse operations. The data is accessible to state U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Public Sector : Government agencies are engaged with supply chains from multiple perspectives.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Public Sector : Government agencies are engaged with supply chains from multiple perspectives.

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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

AUGUST 7, 2024

Mike Hane, Director, Product Marketing, TMS at Descartes Does your company view transportation as a competitive weapon? The report categorized survey respondents in terms of how they see transportation: either as a “Competitive Weapon” or “Not Important.” For example, Competitive Weapon companies are 3.4

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2023

Marijuana distributors will ship the final products to a dispensary and / or warehouse goods that are waiting to be sold. There are two major industries that are impacted by marijuana testing: transportation and warehousing. And most have not returned, according to a new study by the American Transportation Research Institute.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2023

a leading logistics and transportation company. Kevin joined Ryder in October 2015 and led Ryder’s outsourced transportation procurement activity as senior director. About Ryder Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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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. Transportation and Logistics: The goal here is to minimize delivery costs while maintaining reliable service levels.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2024

However, the disconnect can also occur because the supply plan not only lacks sufficient granularity in modeling the constraints that occur in manufacturing, but the model is also not granular enough in its understanding of warehousing and transportation constraints. In a warehouse, workers pick cases and build pallets.

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