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ProMatDX Report Day 3: A New Equation for Autonomous Lift Trucks
Why incremental cost efficiencies may be giving way to operational continuity as a decision factor

Day 3 of ProMatDX
Packaging’s moment in the spotlight

Getting Practical with IoT in the Warehouse
IoT need not be approached a bespoke project, say ProMat DX sponsors who offer solutions with IoT connectivity and cloud analytics options built in

Day 2 of ProMatDX
Robots, robots and more robots

Bundling up WMS and WES
Vendors at ProMatDX tout the benefits of an integrated approach to WES and WMS as a means of streamlining deployments and eliminating integration projects.

Welcome to Day 1 of ProMatDX
Coming out of COVID, there’s a lot going on in the materials handling industry. Not all of it is visible

Talking Supply Chain Podcast: The lure of preferential treatment
On this episode, Steven A. Melnyk discusses why preferential treatment is important, and how to earn it. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.

It’s time for a new approach to change management
Traditional approaches to change management are ineffective in the digital transformation of supply chains. There’s a better way.

Supply chain disruptions – no immediate relief in sight
The pandemic may be receding, but there are no easy fixes for what ails the supply chain

Back to the retail future
Traditional retailers are turning to their brick-and-mortar stores to compete in e-fulfillment. It could be the future of retail.

The Rebound Podcast: Resilient by design
Listen in as risk management and resilience expert Joseph Fiksel discusses the steps organizations need to take to become resilient

JSCM Video: The Post-COVID supply chain
In this video, Arash Azadegan discusses supply network resilience strategies in response to the pandemic

Transforming procurement at Nordstrom
The retailer's sourcing leader is centralizing procurement with an eye towards top line growth

Talking Supply Chain Podcast: PACE yourself, or How blockchain can transform ocean shipping
On this episode, Yu Amy Xia discusses a framework for implementing blockchain to streamline ocean transportation in the supply chain. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.

The Rebound Podcast: Supply chain transformation at GE Appliances
Listen in as GE Appliance’s Marcia Brey discusses the logistics behind one of the largest appliance distribution networks in the country

Balanced Scorecards can play a role in supply chain recovery strategies
As supply chains pivot towards recovery, its time to look to Balanced Scorecards

It’s time to digitally integrate the value chain
The digitally integrated value chain is making its way into the traditional enterprise

Packaging Corner: Packaging that fits also impresses
Ever receive a box too big for its contents? What’s worse, the shipper overpaid to ship an unnecessarily oversized box. Automated fit-to-size packaging solves both problems at once.

Lift Truck Tips: Why lift truck attachment choice matters
As the direct interface to loads and inventory, the right lift truck attachments enhance productivity and safety.

60 Seconds with Rick Blasgen, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
We sat down with Rick Blasgen, CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, to discuss his career and more.


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Materials Handling Robotics: The new world of heterogeneous robotic integration
In this Special Digital Edition, the editorial staff of Modern curates the best robotics coverage over the past year to help track the evolution of this piping hot market.
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Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
Today’s robotic and data-driven automation systems can minimize disruptions and improve the life and productivity of warehouse operations.
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
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