Supply Chain Automation
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Modernizing the Supply Chain with Automated Fulfillment
In today’s fast-paced and often-disrupted supply chain industry, time is an invaluable asset. Now more than ever, customers expect exceptional service, enhanced visibility, and rapid on-time deliveries, all of which…
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Image Recognition in the Supply Chain
Recent shifts in consumer behavior and disruptions to the supply chain and workforce have made warehouse management an increasingly difficult task. To alleviate some of the pressure, many manufacturers, retailers,…
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Limitations of Supply Chain Automation
Global supply chains continue to weather crisis after crisis. The Delta variant of the coronavirus has devasted much of Asia, prompting nations to cut off land access for around 100,000 sailors who provide critical manpower for shipping lanes. Flooding has upended…
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Key Supply Chain Innovations
A 100-day Biden administration review found that global supply chains remain in crisis, even as economies reopen. A pandemic-related worldwide shortage of computer chips has stalled countless production lines, with automobile makers alone projected to lose $100 billion in 2021. A lack…
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Key Supply Chain Trends in the Post-Pandemic Economy
Widespread vaccinations and warmer weather are leading to the reopening of communities and businesses around the world. As this occurs, supply chain companies will play a critical role in the…
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The Biggest Supply Chain Challenges of 2021
The global pandemic brought massive challenges and changes to the world’s economies and supply chains. Many manufacturers initially cut back on production in anticipation of a massive slump in consumer purchasing. But consumers continued…
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Why Covid-19 has Made Supply Chain Innovation Even More Important for Retailers.
As every retailer knows, the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic crisis have been incredibly challenging for the industry. Between statewide lockdowns, the need for enhanced safety and hygiene measures, and…
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5 Warehouse Automation Trends and What They Can Do for You
The warehouse automation market—composed of innovative practices and machinery that cut labor costs, protect workers, and accelerate operations—is predicted to reach $89 billion by 2026. As managers begin to adopt…
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Best Practices for Automatic Pallet Wrapper Safety
If your facility invested in an automatic pallet wrapper, then you’re likely already experiencing total cost of business (TCOB) reductions. Consider the efficiency gains in sheer productivity. Remember when one…
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Reducing Instances of Human Error in the Warehouse
In most warehouses, a significant portion of operations depends on manual labor. Even a single human error in the warehouse can impact the profitability of a business and can lead…