P&G taps Microsoft for cloud services to boost production efficiency

Pilot programs are already underway to improve diaper and paper towel manufacturing, the companies say.

By Colin Campbell • June 14, 2022

Phantom wins the 2022 MHI Innovation Award for Best New Product by enabling drivers to work remotely

Remote workers can "teleport" between different vehicles and between different warehouses with the click of a button, all from the safety of a distant office.

June 13, 2022

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

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USPS leans on multicloud strategy to meet coronavirus test kit demand

The Postal Service's feat required six surface transfer centers and a website that could withstand a massive traffic surge.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 10, 2022

Google harnesses Maps data as it enters last mile market

The tech giant has launched two tools for fleets as companies seek more efficient home delivery options. Experts differ on Google's next move.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2022

Walmart plots 4 'next generation' fulfillment centers

The new facilities will allow Walmart to offer next- or two-day shipping to 95% of the U.S.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 7, 2022

US Foods adapts delivery routes to changing order patterns

The company aims to cut wasted miles and remap routes so customers are directed to the most efficient distribution center.

By Max Garland • May 26, 2022

'A lot of room for improvement': Lithium-ion battery makers explore better recycling amid supply woes

The Russia-Ukraine war and booming EV demand are contributing to surging battery commodity prices. 

By Katie Pyzyk • May 25, 2022

Walmart to deploy Symbotic's AI tech in all regional distribution centers

The retailer plans to expand its work with Symbotic in a bid to boost speed and accuracy throughout its supply chain.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 24, 2022

More ports to join Supply Chain Information Highway

The Port of Long Beach wants to expand the visibility platform from "coast-to-coast," and is starting with familiar partners.

By Colin Campbell • May 24, 2022

Walmart building capacity to deliver 1M packages a year by drone

DroneUp and the retailer aim to have delivery hubs set up at 34 facilities by the end of 2022.

By Max Garland • May 24, 2022

Motorola pays premium on secondary markets for semiconductors

By procuring chips from the secondary market and airfreighting them, Motorola received some parts sooner than expected, its CEO said.

By Colin Campbell • May 19, 2022

Robotic sorters raise throughput at DHL's e-commerce division

The DoraSorter robotic systems, used at an Atlanta distribution center, are part of DHL eCommerce Solutions' $100 million investment in automated parcel sorting systems.

By Max Garland • May 10, 2022

ERP implementation woes cost J&J Snack Foods estimated $20M

Despite the headwinds, J&J's CEO called the transition "the largest and most necessary change required to strengthen our supply chain."

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 10, 2022

UPS to deploy RFIDs through 100 facilities this year

The initiative using RFID tags will eliminate 20 million manual scans daily for UPS employees loading its package cars.

By Max Garland • May 2, 2022

RFID tracking for manufacturers

Modern RFID technology is rising to the challenge and changing the way manufacturers operate. 

May 2, 2022

Disruption has fundamentally altered the shipper-3PL relationship

Adaptation and bold sourcing strategies are key for logistics leaders to ensure they're getting the best value. 

By Matthew Beckett • April 27, 2022

Kraft Heinz taps Microsoft to build up supply chain visibility

Building out digital twins and control towers will help Kraft Heinz gain visibility and get products to market faster, a company executive said.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 26, 2022

'One thing after another': More disruption looms over semiconductor market

Adequate coolant, neon and argon supply are the next concerns for chip production, experts said.

By Colin Campbell • April 14, 2022

How Juan Perez shaped UPS' technology strategy

The company's tech strategy encircles its logistics network, from tapping automation to using data to make faster, more informed decisions.

By Naomi Eide • April 6, 2022

Mission Produce faces operational issues after botched ERP implementation

The avocado supplier saw operating expenses balloon $4.1 million in Q1 after a shift to a new tech system created a lack of visibility into inventory.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 5, 2022

Biden invokes Defense Production Act to bolster domestic battery manufacturing

The White House aims to boost U.S. production of minerals used in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage facilities.

By Ethan Howland • April 5, 2022

Food companies turn to AI to taste test products, drive innovation

From cutting sugar to discovering new flavors, manufacturers such as Conagra and Danone are using the technology to get products to market faster and gain a competitive advantage.

By Christopher Doering • March 29, 2022

Blockchain drives transparency in the supply chain

Adopters face marketing, data and governance challenges before they can reap the technology's full benefits.

By Jen A. Miller • March 22, 2022

White House plans to launch supply chain data-sharing portal

The Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative, led by the U.S. Department of Transportation, aims to produce a proof-of-concept freight information exchange by the end of summer. 

By Colin Campbell • March 16, 2022

Digital twins break free of industrial roots

The demand for digital twins is catching on as more businesses use the technology to improve processes and optimize operations.

By Allen Bernard • March 15, 2022