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Automation
Warehouse Execution Software Gained Most Traction in U.S.
Control software will remain the largest segment throughout the forecast period to 2027.
Automation
5 Challenges for Warehouse Management and Fulfillment in 2023
Fleet Management
Data Connector to Help Maximize the Power of Supply Chain Data
Emerging Technologies
Supply Chain Evidence Management Platform
Automation
Warehouse Automation Technologies Built to Serve New “iGeneration” of Workers
Material Handling Equipment
Order Picker Supports Forks Forward, Forks Trailing Operator Stances
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Software & Technology
Top Tech Startup Award: AI-Powered Automation Takes Over
From AI and robotics to fulfillment execution and real-time visibility, many of today's tech startups are poised to disrupt the supply chain space in a big way.
Mentorship Programs
Supply Chain Network to Moderate Discussion on Humanitarian Logistics at Manifest
This panel will talk about the state of procurement, how to support humanitarian logistical needs and more.
Sponsored
Navigating your media investment to drive value and performance
Media effectiveness has never been more at risk, and many brands are losing portions of their media budgets to waste. Join PwC for a webinar where they will discuss how you can take control of your digital advertising supply chain, and help unlock signifi
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Software Solutions
How Decision Intelligence is Transforming the Supply Chain
With technology that automates decision making, companies can avoid risk and capitalize on opportunity, making it possible to keep pace with the volume and velocity of decisions that must be made each day.
Supply Chain Visibility
Supply Chain Visibility to Have Biggest Impact on Retailers’ Revenue: Study
Challenges ranging from retail crime, such as e-commerce returns fraud and shoplifting-driven shrinkage, to cybersecurity breaches threatening retailer supply chains and data clearly remain acute challenges for retailers.
AI/AR
End-to-End AI Accelerator Platform Unlocks Power of Customer Data
ATOM.AI reduces the time to value by 50%. The platform achieves this through its advanced AI/ML capabilities, pre-built feature store, technical notebooks, deep data sets and third-party integrations.
E-Commerce Solutions
Ottobot Facilitates Autonomous Deliveries for Retailers and E-Commerce
Ottonomy.IO has created a viable robot-as-a-service offering that enhances efficiency and addresses gaps in parts of the supply chain for last-mile delivery.
Supply Chain Visibility
Don’t Fear Open Data: Why Data Sharing Helps Smooth Your Supply Chain
Supply chain managers that embrace data sharing will conquer disruption and prevail in today’s chaotic landscape.
AI/AR
AI Tools for Retailers
Google Cloud introduced four new and updated artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to help retailers transform their in-store shelf checking processes and enhance their e-commerce sites.
Packaging
Reducing Your Packaging's Carbon Footprint to Lower Costs
When it comes to reducing your packaging portfolio’s carbon footprint, data is king and access to real-time data will allow you to make informed decisions at every stage of the process.
Last-Mile
Retailers Lack Flexibility to Successfully Manage Multiple Fulfillment Channels
In order to stay competitive in 2023, retailers will need to offer multiple flexible delivery options.
AI/AR
How Bad Supplier Data Can Cost You
For companies striving for growth, the choice to deploy AI/ML tools that can find actual information on suppliers is no longer a nice-to-have. It's a part of the business.
Emerging Technologies
Metaverse, 5G Wearables, Printed Electronics Among Supply Chain Trends That Won’t Happen in 2023
Several advancements, including the industrial metaverse, 5G wearables, printed electronics and satellite-to-cell services, will not happen in 2023, according to ABI Research.
Robotics
Open API Connects Vendor’s Robotic Solution to Fulfillment Platform
The GreyMatter fulfillment orchestration platform coordinates and assigns the work activities of warehouse robots--no matter the vendor--to maximize productivity, speed, accuracy and safety in end-to-end inventory fulfillment operations.
Software & Technology
Top Tech Startup Award: AI-Powered Automation Takes Over
From AI and robotics to fulfillment execution and real-time visibility, many of today's tech startups are poised to disrupt the supply chain space in a big way.
Mentorship Programs
Supply Chain Network to Moderate Discussion on Humanitarian Logistics at Manifest
This panel will talk about the state of procurement, how to support humanitarian logistical needs and more.
Software Solutions
Supply Chain Leaders Considered Most Adaptable Group
Supply chain leaders are adopting new technologies, mitigating labor challenges and implementing sustainability strategies in new and interesting ways.
Automation
Warehouse Automation: What to Expect in 2023
Industry experts expect to see an increase in adoption over the next 5 years, driven by several trends, including an ongoing labor shortage, a more integrated warehouse and the introduction of better and more affordable solutions.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Technology Trends to Watch for in 2023 and Beyond
Here are some of the top technology trends expected in the manufacturing industry in 2023 and beyond.
Carbon Footprint
How Businesses Can Win at ESG by Empowering Suppliers
Good supplier data is a function of good supplier engagement. And importantly, the reverse is also true.
Retention
5 Ways to Improve the Industrial Industry’s Labor Shortage
By taking the necessary steps to address it through harnessing today’s digital solutions, companies can empower their existing employees and perhaps attract newer generations to change their point of view to see factories as the workplace of the future.
Sponsored
Navigating your media investment to drive value and performance
Media effectiveness has never been more at risk, and many brands are losing portions of their media budgets to waste. Join PwC for a webinar where they will discuss how you can take control of your digital advertising supply chain, and help unlock signifi
Sustainability
Top 5 Articles of the Year: 2022
A huge thank you to Supply and Demand Chain Executive's readership in 2022. Here are the Top 5 most viewed articles from the year.
Software & Technology
Is Cloud-Based Planning the Next Move?
Amid supply disruptions, demand volatility and growing uncertainty, there is growing interest in technologies that support the optimization of operational efficiency and performance of the supply chain. One prominent one is the cloud.
Automation
Logistics Automation: Building the Warehouse of the Future
While it’s easy to see automation and technology as job destroyers, every major technology shift throughout history has ultimately led to job creation, not destruction.
Software & Technology
How Technology Help SMBs Manage Post-Cargo Arrival Operations
SMBs need to leverage technology to allow data to be available in a single, easy-to-use analytics dashboard.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
How Data is Impacting the Maritime Supply Chain
Shipping’s decision makers are increasingly waking up to the benefits that technology can unlock within their operations.
Transportation
Supercharging Parcel Measurement and Expediting Fulfillment
Here are some services logistics service providers offer that help shippers meet their customers’ expectations, drive efficiency and deliver a better customer experience.
Software Solutions
Manufacturing Industry Outlook: Technology’s Evolving Role in 2023
Succeeding in this environment demands business agility and innovation, which can only be achieved by leveraging technology. A pivotal solution is enterprise resource planning, which provides adaptability and enables resiliency.
Sourcing & Procurement
WNS Acquisitions to Enhance Digital Analytics and Procurement Capabilities
WNS acquired The Smart Cube and OptiBuy to complement its existing offerings and strengthen the capabilities in both high-end procurement and advanced analytics.
ERP
Over Half of Supply Chain Managerial Roles Don’t Require Software Experience
Only one-third (30%) of all roles require ERP experience and nearly half (42%) of managerial jobs require no software experience at all, demonstrating a lack of technology adoption across supply chain facilities and operations.
Software & Technology
Women in Supply Chain: Supply Chains are Borderless. Be Open Minded
Marie Peterson, International Business Development and Marketing VP of Geekplus and one of this year's Women in Supply Chain award winners, details how having a general openness is key in being a great supply chain leader.
Supply Chain Visibility
Supply Chains Need Improving in 2023: Study
Business leaders say their current supply chain issues primarily stem from global political unrest (58%), lack of raw materials (44%) and rising fuel and energy costs (40%). Only 31% cited inflation as a major contributor.