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IDC FutureScape predictions foretell rapid digital transformation for manufacturers and retailers
December 29, 2017
Older measures like productivity, quality, and service still apply, but digital transformation promises to 'change everything' about how manufacturers and retailers plan, procure and fulfill.
A3 report: North American automation market shattering records in 2017
December 27, 2017
Double-digit growth, in units and dollars, sets records in the areas of robotics, machine vision, motion control, and motor technology.
Manhattan Associates’ Connie Taylor receives WIT Women of the Year Award
December 18, 2017
Award recognizes Taylor’s role in launching a groundbreaking omni-channel platform, as well as efforts to support education and advancement of women professionals.
Heavy holiday sales continue to drive 3PL reverse logistics activity, says CBRE
December 18, 2017
3PL operators and facility owners are benefiting from a rapidly rising rate of product returns, as many retailers outsource reverse logistics operations to cut costs and gain maximum efficiencies.
ISM semiannual report presents a positive outlook for manufacturing and non-manufacturing in 2018
December 11, 2017
As in May, the economic forecast paints an optimistic picture for ongoing economic growth as part of the recovery that began in mid-2009.
CEMA reports October orders up 40% compared to October 2016
December 11, 2017
Shipments up 30% over the same month last year.
ISM November data continues to show good growth momentum
December 4, 2017
Institute for Supply Management’s Manufacturing Report on Business points to the 102nd growth month.
Shortage of skilled workers No. 1 concern, economy second for first time since 2013
November 30, 2017
ASQ survey highlights manufacturers' anticipated challenges in 2018, and how they plan to address them.
IFR report: Japan delivers 52% of global industrial robot supply
November 29, 2017
International Federation of Robotics reports sales within Japan reached a 10-year high, and Japan exported 115,000 industrial robots in 2016 valued at $2.7 billion.
Fortna becomes bronze sponsor of the American Logistics Aid Network
November 29, 2017
ALAN coordinates hundreds of supply chain businesses worldwide that volunteer resources to help move goods to communities affected by disaster.
Brambles, owner of CHEP and IFCO brands, recognized as leader in sustainable sourcing
November 29, 2017
Global environmental disclosure platform recognizes Brambles as one of the six global leaders in fighting supply-chain deforestation.
Zebra shopper survey reveals heightened fulfillment requirements
November 16, 2017
10th annual study shows two-thirds of shoppers prefer next- or same-day delivery as retailers work to bring the online experience into the physical store.
CBRE report makes the case for not overlooking on-demand warehousing
November 15, 2017
Online sales create instant short-term demand for warehouse and distribution center space, a potential headache for retailers.
October imports turn in strong performance, reports Panjiva
November 14, 2017
October shipments rose 3.2% annually to 1,016,892, ahead of September’s 976,605, the eighth consecutive month of growth.
Zebra Study: Half of enterprises have achieved only half of ‘intelligence’ potential
November 9, 2017
Only 5% of companies are considered truly “intelligent” enterprises, leveraging ties between physical and digital worlds for better visibility and actionable insights.