Cyber pirates: The latest threat to ocean shipping

The interconnected nature of ocean freight requires carriers to have risk management and resilience strategies in case of a cyberattack. 

By Barry Hochfelder • April 30, 2018

Chain Reaction: The FAA amendment could spell bad news for the trucking industry

The amendment could further complicate ELD implementation despite providing streamlined break rules for truck drivers. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 27, 2018

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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.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Blockchain is a gold mine for luxury metals

IBM launches a blockchain network to track gold and diamonds across the supply chain.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 27, 2018

OOCL will use AI to proactively adjust shipping routes

In response to Supply Chain Dive's questions, OOCL says the new deep and reinforcement learning tools will help it avoid high vessel rerouting costs, for a projected $10M in savings.

By Edwin Lopez • April 26, 2018

Solving for the grocery last mile is harder than you think

Juggling consumer needs with food safety can't be solved simply by acquiring a grocery delivery startup.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 26, 2018

OOCL, Microsoft team up to develop AI in shipping

Microsoft Research Asia will help the carrier train 200 artificial intelligence developers over the next year to improve network operations.

By Edwin Lopez • April 25, 2018

As supply chains go digital, a war of words unfolds

Do supply chains "digitize" or "digitalize"? We asked you, then we investigated why the industry cannot seem to decide.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • April 24, 2018

Smart factories will require a 'coevolution' of workers and operations

Intel surveyed 145 workers in the manufacturing industry to understand pain points and the role IoT will play in improving processes.

By Edwin Lopez • April 24, 2018

Automation and AI are the 'next big things' for procurement

A survey from SAP Ariba finds a majority of procurement leaders believe digital transformation will impact supply chains, but very few have highly automated systems. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 24, 2018

Port congestion: There's an app for that

The Port of Rotterdam's new app, called Pronto, is designed to make more effective use of capacity at the terminals through coordination of vessel services, including bunkering, maintenance and provision of ships.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 23, 2018

Pharma supply chains could use a tech reboot

While more prosaic than drug R&D, supply chains are increasingly important as the industry moves towards personalized medicine. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 20, 2018

Chain Reaction: Trump flirts with rejoining Pacific trade deal, but it was just a tease

In other trade news, tariffs are having their intended effect on the steel industry, but other industries are scrambling to absorb high costs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 20, 2018

Truckers: Productivity is dropping, rates rising in wake of ELD mandate

A new survey from Zipline Logistics suggests that while ELDs are working as expected, the mandate is bringing unintended consequences.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 20, 2018

J&J reshaping its supply chain around therapies of the future

Johnson & Johnson wants to reduce complexity in its value chain, estimating its plan will result in up to $800 million in annual savings. 

By Jacob Bell • April 19, 2018

3 ways AI will upend logistics

DHL and IBM conclude in a joint report the timing is right for AI to permeate the logistics industry. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 19, 2018

To implement new technology, think big, but start small

The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report outlines various barriers to building the 'NextGen Supply Chain' and how to overcome them.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

Here's how Digital Twins could stem equipment failure

The tech could be a gamechanger for manufacturers, and could ultimately accelerate supply chains.

By Seth Page • April 18, 2018

IBM revenue up as companies jump on blockchain bandwagon

Big Blue is reaping the benefits as supply chains adopt blockchain technology in droves for tracking and visibility. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 18, 2018

MODEX 2018: What you missed at the exhibit hall

A round-up of product announcements and partnerships announced at the show.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

5 takeaways from MODEX 2018

The distribution center has become the battlefront amid the war to win consumers’ hearts.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

The path to smart distribution centers begins with data

While many DCs are using technology to optimize their processes, integrated data can also enable autonomous and self-learning buildings.

By Craig Guillot • April 17, 2018

E-commerce powerhouse Alibaba confirms AV testing in China

The company is aiming for Level 4 autonomy, and joins rivals Tencent and Baidu in experiments with AVs and artificial intelligence.

By Chris Teale • April 17, 2018

Chain Reaction: Trump's aid package could be disastrous for ag supply chains

Single sourcing continues to plague various supply chains globally, while Nikola Motors and Tesla battle to be the top name in electric trucking. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 13, 2018

Solar installations rise in 2017, but tariffs may slow procurement

Procurement trends in the renewable energy sector show the vast impact regulatory policy can have to incentivize green supply chains.

By Rich Weissman • April 13, 2018

Why Geodis is pushing automated drones into warehouses

Drones inside warehouses can accelerate inventory management and also create a safer environment for employees.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 12, 2018