Gartner’s Hype Cycle: IoT in “trough” but transformational stage on the way
September 9, 2020
Gartner 2020 Hype Cycle for supply chain strategy shows IoT is two to five years away from transformational impact
MHI announces plans for ProMat 2021
September 8, 2020
ProMat 2021 will be a combination of a live, face-to-face event: as well as, a digital platform to supplement the in-person event.
ProGMA announces new search tool for protective guarding products
September 4, 2020
This tool is a searchable database for users to access comprehensive information on warehouse guarding products.
Dematic aims to fill 1,000 new jobs in North America by year’s end
September 3, 2020
Citing steady increase in demand for its solutions and services, warehouse automation provider especially seeks control systems engineers, software developers, and installation pros.
ISM Services PMI notches third straight month showing expansion
September 3, 2020
The report’s key indicator—the Services PMI (formerly the Non-Manufacturing PMI)—slipped 1.2%, to 56.9, in August (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth is occurring). This came on the heels of a 1% gain to 58.1, in July and an 11.1% gain, to 57.1, in June, which halted a two-month stretch of declines.
Pack Expo Connects extends exhibit hours, adds exhibitors
September 2, 2020
Pack Expo Connects adds additional international live demos and extends event hours.
ISM report highlights solid manufacturing growth in August
September 1, 2020
ISM reported that the report’s key metric, the PMI, was 56 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), which topped July’s reading by 1.8%.
Körber survey: only 1 in 10 businesses can stay ahead of supply chain challenges
September 1, 2020
Supply chain professionals worldwide report growth in complexity in the last year
Sonoco ThermoSafe and ACL Airshop team up on handling specific temp-controlled containers
August 31, 2020
Global agreement addresses handling and repair of Sonoco ThermoSafe’s Pegasus ULD bulk temperature controlled containers used in pharmaceuticals.
North Highland acquires LogistiPoint Consulting
August 31, 2020
LogistiPoint Consulting offers retail and consumer product companies supply chain consulting, including distribution center-focused services
CD&R set to acquire ERP provider Epicor Software from KKR
August 31, 2020
Epicor's solutions include ERP systems for manufacturers and distributors
Ware2Go partners, integrates with Google on delivery promising
August 28, 2020
Integration enables merchants to dynamically display delivery promises to Google ecommerce shopping users, based on real-time inventory availability across Ware2Go’s fulfillment and warehousing network.
Bastian Solutions launches webinar series on supply chain trends
August 28, 2020
Webinar topics will span ecommerce, business-to-business warehousing, cold chain, and microfulfillment
American Logistics Aid Network urges precautions, preparation for Hurricane Laura
August 26, 2020
In addition to working closely with the non-profit and emergency response community, ALAN is monitoring the real-time path and supply chain impacts of the storm
Wearables’ Detachability Fits with Covid-19 Hygiene Concerns
August 26, 2020
Wearable devices that have made inroads due to the productivity of their hands-free operation also carry a hygiene advantage: the high-touch parts can be cost effectively assigned to individual workers.
ELFA: July new business volume down 3% year-over-year
August 25, 2020
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index also showed volume was up 3% month-to-month from $8.9 billion in June.
PINC and project44 partner
August 25, 2020
The new partnership aims to empower industry-leading shippers and carriers with end to end real-time shipment visibility and yard management automation capabilities for an enhanced supply chain experience.
Robotic fulfillment system vendor Attabotics raises $50 million
August 21, 2020
Provider of 3D robotic fulfillment system raises $50 million in funding
Mercado Labs receives $2.5 million investment round for international supply chain platform
August 21, 2020
Cloud-based platform connects partners in international shipping and importation, from source through final mile delivery