The History of the Supply Chain

In celebration of SDCE's 20th anniversary, we've taken a look back at major events throughout history in a fun timeline to explore.

August 31, 2020

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The Direct-to-Consumer’s Impact on Supply Chains and Its Future

The L.I.N.K. podcast kicks of the new year with a deep look at the direct-to-consumer industry and its future. But first, the managing editor offers a refresher in the subject in today's column.

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Partner Roundtable: Warehouse Automation

February 24, 2022

From forecasting and inventory refill to visibility and end-to-end traceability, today’s warehouse solutions are designed to improve the way companies track and trace product. But, how else do these solutions optimize the warehouse?

What Will the Supply Chain Look Like in 2022?

This past year pushed the supply chain to its brink, which is heavily detailed in this December issue of SDCE. As managing editor of the magazine, I'm proud to see what we have overcome as an industry but I'm cautious on what the future holds.

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AI-Enabled Reverse Logistics Solution Reduces Re-Sale Processing Time

This reverse logistics solution helps decrease markdowns by speeding up returns processing to get goods back into inventory or moved to refurbishment up to 25% faster than manual processing.

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Low Power Wi-Fi Chipset Enables Precise Location Tracking

Partnerships become more common throughout the supply chain crisis as companies look to overcome the massive hurdles occurring today. Infineon and Deeyook continue this trend to allow warehouses to track items and employees down to exact locations.

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How To Protect Auto Parts, Electronics During Global Crisis

Learn how to select a packaging technology that can safeguard sensitive products from moisture and oxygen damage while also offering new production flexibility to improve efficiency and sustainability.

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L.I.N.K. Educate | Panasonic Offers Hands-On Learning for Students

Panasonic process automation business head explains the company's special partnership with a local community college for a hands-on learning process.

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Ivanti Doubles Down on Supply Chain IIoT

Ivanti targets warehouses looking to drive efficiency through automation with little to no code through a new platform.

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Toyota Debuts 22 New Electric Forklifts

These warehousing solutions come as a response to the growing demand for durable, reliable, energy efficient products with greater versatility and seamless operation across all applications and environments.

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New Partnership Aims to Predict Sales, Revenue Based on Weather

Weather is a significant impact in the supply chain, influencing sales and revenue in many ways the industry does not factor in. But a new Logility and Planalytics partnership uses weather data to drive sales.

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Real-Time Distribution Center Simulation Tasked with Solving Complex Delivery Challenges

Fortna created the Science and Technology Center for Innovation to create an integrated virtual environment that links simulation, emulation and digital twins.

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The Direct-to-Consumer’s Impact on Supply Chains and Its Future

The L.I.N.K. podcast kicks of the new year with a deep look at the direct-to-consumer industry and its future. But first, the managing editor offers a refresher in the subject in today's column.

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Micro-Fulfillment Market to Reach $36B by 2030

Annual MFC installations will grow more than 20 times by 2030, from current installed base of about 50 in 2020 to around 6,600 in 2030. And, more than 80% of these MFCs will be deployed in North America in 2022.

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2022 State of the Supply Chain

Today's supply chains are in crisis mode, and industry experts are already anticipating struggles for 2022 to 2023. Download this FREE whitepaper and discover the opportunities and threats of the new year.

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Partner Roundtable: Warehouse Automation

February 24, 2022

From forecasting and inventory refill to visibility and end-to-end traceability, today’s warehouse solutions are designed to improve the way companies track and trace product. But, how else do these solutions optimize the warehouse?

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3 Ways to Optimize E-Commerce Inventory Management for 2022 Demands

These three avenues for optimizing e-commerce inventory management are the keys to success in today’s warehousing landscape.

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Why Packaging is Important for Small Business Logistics

Invest time and effort in using the right product packaging and knowing pertinent laws related to packaging compliance.

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How Logistics Teams Can Up Their Game When Shipping Sensitive Items

Tech advances are improving what the service logistics companies can offer to those shipping sensitive items, even in a time of crisis.

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Automation’s Role in E-Commerce and Shipping

Automation has become an essential tool e-commerce businesses should embrace, especially as their operations scale and become more complex.

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Peak Season Surge Not Ending Anytime Soon

Warehouse operators should work to improve what they can control – warehouse logistics operations.

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Addressing Global Supply Chain Disruptions by Improving Returns Management

By fully integrating with other supply chain solutions, a single, purpose-built platform gives supply chain leaders and retail executives a way to streamline their workflows, manage complexities and provide more end-to-end visibility.

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Reverse Logistics: The Return Rush

Reverse logistics will remain an increased area of focus around the globe as e-commerce continues to grow and demands heighten.

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Helping Logistics Industry Meet Rapid Delivery Demands Will Drive Economy

Public-private partnerships, smarter regulation, zoning and traffic flow management, proper incentivization, infrastructure investments, a realignment of training priorities and continued industry innovation are key to leading the world of logistics.

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How to Transform Warehouse Operations to Meet Consumer Demand

To meet ongoing consumer demand, companies must transform their warehouse operations and implement new technologies, such as automation, robotics and comprehensive WMS.

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How Retailers Can Use Returns to Soften the Blow from Supply Chain Delays

By investing in efficient returns processes, retailers can tackle today’s fulfillment frustrations while also setting themselves, and the planet, up for future success.

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What Will the Supply Chain Look Like in 2022?

This past year pushed the supply chain to its brink, which is heavily detailed in this December issue of SDCE. As managing editor of the magazine, I'm proud to see what we have overcome as an industry but I'm cautious on what the future holds.

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Trucking Technology’s Impact on Safety and Security

Technology, including automation and machine learning, is a key driver of transportation safety and security.