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Sustainable Workplace Tips for the Supply Chain
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the traditional idea of a workplace. Lockdowns and other restrictions have led to an increase in remote work or hybrid remote-office environments, especially for office workers. Millions more do not have this option, due to the nature of their jobs — for example, the manufacturing, retail, transportation, and logistics professionals…
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How Warehouse Robotics are Changing the Supply Chain
How Warehouse Robotics are Changing the Supply Chain The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the efforts of manufacturers and logistics companies to incorporate new technologies to meet growing demand while also operating with fewer employees. As disruptions such as product shortages, lack of delivery capacity, and an ongoing labor crisis continue to impact the global supply…
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2022 Inflation and Total Cost of Business
The topic of inflation has dominated recent headlines. According to a report from the Department of Labor, the consumer price index for all items rose 0.6% in January, driving up annual inflation to 7.5% — the largest increase since 1982. As of February 2022, when inflation will abate is unknown. Therefore, businesses are looking for…
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How the Pandemic Has Changed Online Food and Grocery Shopping
Among the many consumer behavioral shifts brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the largest that businesses have had to adapt to is the rise of e-commerce. Shopping online quickly became a huge part of consumers’ lives as they grappled with the challenges of pandemic-related restrictions. Included in that category is online food…
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Supply Chain Challenges and the Semiconductor Chip Shortage
As the economy continues to reopen and businesses strive to move beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, industries are experiencing a demand surge that has overwhelmed the supply chain in numerous areas. Material shortages, increasing prices, port bottlenecks, and challenges with demand forecasting are just some of the disruptions companies are trying to work through. To make…
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Supply Chain Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Supply Chain AI and Machine Learning Over the last few years, supply chain management has progressively become a more difficult task. Most recently, the pandemic proved that it is imperative for manufacturers to develop contingency plans to keep production moving in times of uncertainty. Supply chain artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are on the…
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Autonomous Trucking Industry Developments
Automation technology that once seemed years away is quickly evolving and emerging as a key component for the future growth of the global supply chain. Among the key innovations being watched closely by industry analysts are autonomous trucking. If development and testing continue apace, we may see self-driving trucks on our roads within the next…
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2022 Intentions and Goals for the Supply Chain
For many, 2021 brought labor shortages, continued supply chain disruptions, and an overall increase in demand. The last two years have taught companies that they must be prepared to handle any situation that comes their way and to always expect the unexpected. Many spent the last year adapting to the changing environment, increasing their efficiencies…