Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

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. The second of the transportation trends is innovation in TMS. The Network Effect.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 27, 2022

I just completed the data gathering process for ARC’s global Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market research study. This above-trend growth is primarily a result of the longer-term factors influencing the markets’ growth, supplemented by a surge in pent-up demand from COVID-19 related hesitancy in 2020. IT Platforms.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

ARC Advisory Group’s Global Warehouse Automation Research study is now complete and available for purchase. The research process includes an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s research study. Growth Drivers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Third, what are the big trends in warehouse and transportation management? WMS and TMS Trends. For the warehouse, the biggest trend is to maximize the pace and speed to meet customer service level agreements. However, the single biggest supply chain trend is the unification of WMS and TMS. Order Management.

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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

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. We write about trends in this study. One trend I believe is imminent is that the market appears to be poised to bifurcate in terms of functionality.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 17, 2023

Warehouse performance continues to evolve into a more complex, multi-faceted measure. Warehouse operations historically strived to deliver the perfect order – the right product, at the right price, at the right time. E-Commerce and direct-to-consumer shipping exerted several competitive pressures on warehouses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

Organizations examine past sales trends, apply seasonal adjustments, and make forecasts based on historical models. The companys AI models analyze sales trends, social media activity, economic indicators, and weather patterns to predict demand fluctuations. This reduces excess inventory while maintaining service levels.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 27, 2024

This article comes from Carlos Díaz Madero, Subdirector Marketing at netLogistiK , and looks at the key trends that are transforming supply chain management. In this context, it is crucial to be aware of the emerging trends transforming the supply chain management field. ” – Sam Walton, CEO, Walmart.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 6, 2022

5 Trends Shaping Logistics with Ben Gordon. Ben Gordon and Joe Lynch discuss 5 trends shaping logistics and supply chain. In the interview, Ben reviews and discussed trends and interesting companies in ecommerce, final mile, cold chain, reverse logistics, and fulfillment. Learn More About the 5 Trends Shaping Logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Kudos to the supply chain and logistics teams that have already adopted transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), and other digital solutions. They can ingest large volumes of functional data and leverage advanced intelligence to recognize broad trends and specific disruptive events.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 19, 2024

Kevin Hill and Joe Lynch disucss 4 trends in freight brokerage. Summary: 4 Trends in Freight Brokerage Kevin Hill of Brush Past Research joins the Logistics of Logistics podcast to discuss the growth, evolution, and current state of the freight brokerage industry.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2023

Jim Hoefflin and Joe Lynch discuss Key WMS Trends for 2023. Jim is the CEO of Softeon , a global provider of supply chain solutions from planning through execution, anchored by a technology platform that has three pillars: Warehouse Management System (WMS), Warehouse Execution System (WES), and Distributed Order Management (DOM) system.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

This would be a trigger across the supply chain which would result in warehouse movements, maybe LTL, consolidation, and finally distribution and delivery of re-supplies. The digital twin models the constraints in transportation, warehousing, production and then can produce optimized plans to handle the inevitable exceptions that arise.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 17, 2024

According to the characteristics of China’s WMS market, “Ecological”, “SaaS” and “Customization” are the three major trends in the future. This was the first time that the Warehouse Management System (WMS) was introduced in China. Stage 4: (2021-now): Warehouse management needs of the e-commerce industry are gradually decreasing.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 27, 2025

Whether people are excited about a new technology or focusing on solving the same problem, the trends at ProMat often last beyond the four days of the conference. After listening to speakers from all different tracks, it was clear that this years trends touched every part of the supply chain. What do you think about these trends?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 26, 2024

As reported by Joann Muller at Axios, “Walmart and drone delivery partner DroneUp are ending drone delivery in three states to focus on perfecting the airborne package delivery service in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.” “We’re really focusing on automation, Read more The post Walmart and IKEA: Drone Delivery vs. Drones in the Warehouse appeared (..)

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2023

.” — I have now completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the global warehouse management systems (WMS) market , and it is currently in editing. These trends are based on insights ARC obtained from discussions with numerous organizations throughout our primary research process.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This is nearly double the amount from a decade ago and it seems to be in line with the trend of Halloween gaining popularity in the last few years with the help of social media. According to the S&P Global Market Intelligence Americans are spending upwards of 4.1 billion dollars on Halloween candy this year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The Intersection of Warehouse Growth and Employee Scarcity. The combination of continually growing consumer and business demand, a supply chain permanently altered after adapting to Covid, and the Great Resignation has cumulatively impacted the nation’s warehousing landscape like never before. Helping to Move Goods and to Do Good.

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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

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Second, what market trends are emerging? Market Trends. Right now, the mega trend is that the focus is on inbound supply chains rather than outbound. The digital supply chain is a trend that is here to stay, and most companies are not fully digital. I asked Pervinder to give his insights on a few key points.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 4, 2021

Supply chains around the country are in great need of warehouse and transportation workers. Just last month I noted that warehouse labor productivity was hindered extensively by COVID-19 and that 80 percent of ARC’s warehouse survey respondents anticipate an increase of order throughput volumes in 2021. Why is that?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

It is tempting to immediately map these ideas onto physical warehousing, kitting and localisation services, truck fleets, railroad wagons, and the like, with their armies of operators, drivers and maintenance staff. Reducing the number of human operators in transport and warehousing is constantly on companies minds.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Often times at Logistics Viewpoints, we like to look to the future and highlight the key trends that we see in a given market, or make predictions about what technologies will emerge as game changers in the new year. If you haven’t attended recently, it is an unmatched display of warehouse automation, robotics, and software systems.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2023

Author’s Note: At the ProMat conference earlier this year, I delivered a presentation at the Locus Robotics booth titled “Warehouse Robots: What We’ve Learned So Far” based on research results from our Indago supply chain research community and other sources. Below are some excerpts from the presentation and research.

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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

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. then secure on-demand transportation, warehousing and labor assets dynamically, re-planning flexibly as conditions change.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

What we’re seeing is not just a trend towards changing materials/part suppliers, but also warehousing and logistics suppliers. . What if your demand for a certain product goes up in a given region – will a certain supplier or warehouse become strategically important? Network Design does not exist in isolation .

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AB&R

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In an era where adaptability can make or break a business, the warehouse industry finds itself at a crossroad. RFID technology is a game-changing solution that’s reshaping the landscape of warehouse operations and setting a new standard for agility in the supply chain.

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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. Jobs in retail, restaurants, trucking, and warehousing are particularly hard to fill.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2025

The Need for Speed When you talk to supply chain planning software suppliers, they identify similar trends. And the trends they are focused on have a direct impact on their product development plans. Traditional integration involves moving data into a centralized repository like a data warehouse.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. A First-Hand Look at Berkshire Grey’s Warehouse Robotic Solutions ; Clint Reiser. The Boston area is a hub for warehouse robotics companies. These terms perfectly describe the Asian Paints supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

Flexibility and throughput are indispensable for success in logistics warehouses today. Logistics warehouses that prioritize flexibility, operational efficiency, and throughput will be able to secure long-term growth, meet client demands, and stay ahead of evolving industry trends. trillion globally by 2024.

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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. Customers Will Demand RaaS Solutions.

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Invata Intralogistics

JANUARY 13, 2025

For businesses striving to stay competitive, it’s crucial to understand the emerging trends shaping this dynamic field. Warehouse-as-a-Service (WaaS) The rise of Warehouse-as-a-Service models is transforming how businesses approach storage and fulfillment. Lets shape the future of fulfillment together.

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