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NextGen Supply Chain: SAP does blockchain
In a recent pilot, the supply chain software giant brought together industry players to create a food industry blockchain

NextGen Supply Chain: Putting blockchain to work
As more organizations pilot blockchain, use cases are emerging in the supply chain

NextGen Supply Chain: Blockchain as a Business Solution
Asset tracking has long been an expensive process for telecom companies. Applying blockchain can lower costs and reduce friction across the partner network.

Other Voices: Steps to becoming a preferred warehouse shipper
Open communication with your warehouse and its needs will build relationships and efficiency while bringing you closer to becoming a preferred shipper.

Your facility is only as flexible as the fire protection system
Deploying fire protection systems designed for ease of reconfiguration can help futureproof warehouses.

Revitalizing American manufacturing
In rural New York, local business, academia and government are working together to promote their area.

Other Voices: Safe pallet and material handling
Advice to stay OSHA compliant when it comes to pallet handling in your warehouse.

Automation software implementation done right is a competitive advantage
Establishing benchmarks, a clear project methodology, training and measuring will improve software project outcomes as well as customer satisfaction.

NextGen Supply Chain: Update on 3D printing, Part 2.
Jabil is creating a digital network to manufacture 3D printed parts

NextGen Supply Chain: Update on 3D printing, Part 1.
HP set out to see if its 3D printing technology could deliver a competitive advantage for its own business. The answer surprised even them.

IoT, the talent shortage and robotics
In its 4th annual survey of manufacturers and distributors, Sikich finds that companies are facing many challenges; answers are elusive

Other Voices: Creative Sourcing Strategies & Recruitment Tools
Sourcing channels and recruitment tools can drive better hiring results

Other Voices: Six Steps to an Employee Referral Program
Employee referrals are a proven way to improve the quality of your applicant flow

Other Voices: Addressing the skills gap
Grants, local partnerships and a leading lift truck manufacturer are addressing the skills gap in New York.

How Schneider is dealing with the spot market
A new sourcing tool has led to a 30% savings on spot market loads

Other Voices: Key Steps for Developing a Supply Chain Employer Branding Strategy
Top tips for developing a supply chain employer branding strategy

Other Voices: Advance Your Top Talent Through a Supply Chain Leadership Development Program
As baby boomers retire, organizations must create more robust talent pipelines

Other Voices: Turn Your Supply Chain Organization into Talent Scouts
Many organizations undervalue the importance of joining Supply Chain associations.

Other Voices: Conduct Workforce Planning Study
Conducting a routine workforce planning study is important for optimizing your organization’s ability to hire and retain supply chain talent.

Creating the millennial-friendly community
Businesses in rural and rust belt communities are struggling to retain young employees. One New Hampshire community is beginning to tackle the issue.


June 2024 Modern Materials Handling

National Forklift Safety Day comes once a year in June, but various sensor and vision-based, ‘operator-assist’ technologies, as well as telematics, are used daily to enhance the level of operator awareness for manually operated lift truck fleets.

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Empowering Your Workforce: Integration of Wearables and AMRs to Increase Picking Productivity
Join us on June 20 to discover how integrating wearables and AMRs can revolutionize picking productivity and operational efficiency in your warehouse and manufacturing environments.
Packaging Efficiency: The modern way to reduce freight costs
Lift Trucks & Accessories: The Trusted Workhorse Evolves
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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
This research was conducted by Peerless Research Group on behalf of Modern Materials Handling to assess usage and purchase intentions forautomation systems...
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
Discover how your storage practices could be affecting your pest control program and how to prevent pest infestations in your business. Join...

Warehousing Outlook 2023
Warehousing Outlook 2023
2023 is here, and so are new warehousing trends.
Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
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
Download this white paper to learn more about how both systems compare.