Softeon launches Innovation Lab
May 7, 2020
The facility features a small sortation system with an integrated weigh scale and label print and apply; voice applications; smart carts; pick-to-light systems; mobile robots, put walls and more.
Nokia partners with ABI Research to survey manufacturing investment in 4G/LTE, 5G and Industry 4.0
May 6, 2020
Research indicates need in every industry to quantify the potential ROI of investing in private wireless -- as well as the cost of inaction.
Conveyco and Exotec announce strategic partnership
May 5, 2020
Exotec's goods-to-person solution combines autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) with a high-density automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS).
Industry experts: Digital twins will have major impact on industrial building usage post-lockdown
May 5, 2020
White paper outlines impact of COVID-19 on the real estate industry and how digital twin technology will reshape future decisions for building owners.
ISM: April non-manufacturing data sees steep declines due to COVID-19
May 5, 2020
The report’s key indicator, the NMI, fell 10.7% to 41.8, coming off of March’s 52.5 reading, which stands as the highest reading in the last year. It is the lowest reading since the 40.1 recorded in March 2009 and contracted for the first time since December 2009, halting a 122-month stretch of growth.
Benchmarking study examines Industry 4.0 in consumer packaged goods manufacturing
May 5, 2020
SmarterChains releases first-of-its kind study of 336,000 data points across 500 evolving technologies to help manufacturers and global supply chain professionals accelerate digital transformations, adopt new technologies, drive automation and data exchange, and unlock value.
Other Voices: In times of social distancing, essential businesses turn to autonomous robots
May 5, 2020
Warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing companies look to autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to operate efficiently while maintaining the social distancing guidelines.
Other Voices: Balancing demand for faster and cheaper delivery in a socially responsible way
May 1, 2020
Social responsibility encompasses automation, green shipping, improving last-mile delivery, maintaining a positive workplace and more efficient planning.
Industry forecast: Technology will drive COVID-19 recovery
April 30, 2020
Report indicates modes moving smaller shipments are experiencing steady pricing overall as e-commerce usage from a largely remote-based workforce drives residential parcel delivery volumes. Meanwhile, rates in the truckload market are dropping sharply.
New report illustrates digital transformation of supply chain management
April 30, 2020
Lux Research analysts find warehousing and transport have the most innovation activity, while planning and forecasting platforms have outsized importance.
SATO joins RAIN RFID Alliance
April 30, 2020
SATO brings to the alliance its wide industry knowledge and technical expertise in auto-ID solutions integration that are Powered On Site.
Zethcon celebrates 50 years in logistics software business
April 29, 2020
Zethcon began providing customized software solutions, before launching its warehouse management system called Synapse WMS in 1999, specifically designed for the unique needs of third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
Top supply chain solution providers unite as Körber
April 29, 2020
As Körber, the companies are a leading global supply chain technology provider with a diverse range of capabilities spanning software, automation, voice, robotics and material handling equipment, including the system integration and consulting to tie it all together.
Other Voices: How labeling can help you do more with less during COVID-19
April 27, 2020
Centralized labeling is a powerful tool for companies transitioning to manufacturing new products and managing a new and more diverse supply chain.
Managing Business Uncertainty
April 27, 2020
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Managing Business Uncertainty
April 27, 2020
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AlixPartners: Grocers need to take immediate action to remain viable
April 24, 2020
Report suggests growth in digital channels will make a deep and lasting dent in operating income, forcing grocery retailers to accelerate digital channel development timeline by three to five years.
UPS rolls out new WES offering
April 24, 2020
Company officials said that this new WES, which was developed by UPS and Softeon, a provider of supply chain technology services, is geared towards enabling faster intake and fulfillment for customers, notably those with fluctuating order patterns, are able to get products on time.
Updated Q2 Economic Outlook: Severe declines in equipment and software investment, GDP
April 23, 2020
ELFF report: Materials handling equipment investment likely to remain negative, all other industrial equipment investment growth likely to contract.
ALAN creates, offers real-time logistics map
April 23, 2020
MHI donates $25,000 in sponsorship of the project.