Automation

As logistics operations race to adopt automation, AI, and analytics, true transformation depends on people—not just technology. In this column, we explore why workforce strategy must be central to digital supply chain initiatives. Featuring insights from Accenture leaders, the piece highlights how people-centric logistics can drive resilience, agility, and long-term success in a tech-driven future.

Standing at the intersection of interconnected physical assets and automated processes is supply chain management (SCM) software, which serves as the connective tissue in today’s ever-evolving landscape. These sophisticated systems are integrating not only with one another, but also with equipment and other assets to create synchronized, responsive networks.

From AI-powered transportation management systems (TMS) to warehouse robotics and end-to-end automation, this expert roundtable explores how logistics and supply chain operations are being transformed by technology. Four leading analysts share insights on the current state of tech adoption—and where innovation is heading next.

Maintaining accurate inventory counts is a constant challenge in the fast-paced logistics, warehousing and distribution environment. Traditional methods like doing physical counts and using manual scanners are time-consuming, error-prone and disruptive. They also require manpower that most logistics facilities simply can’t spare right now.

In our latest Special Focus Issue, Logistics Management brings together a collection of feature stories that showcase the software, hardware, and automation technologies revolutionizing warehouse and DC operations

Join Cycle Labs and enVista for a dynamic webcast on how test automation can optimize your WMS, reduce risk, and drive agility in warehouse operations!

Our annual Peerless Research Group study explores how technology and automation are reshaping the future of warehouse and DC operations.

This white paper examines the true flexibility of inventory and order fulfillment automation technologies, offering insights and tips for evaluating the best solutions for your business.

Best-in-class warehouse automation blends with custom-built software to fuel materials handling and logistics efficiencies for online parts distributor serving marine, powersports and small engine markets.

This year’s Supply Chain Outlook Virtual Summit gives attendees the strategies, technologies, and automation tools required for ongoing success in modern logistics, transportation, and supply chain management environments.

Cass said this acquisition enables the company’s shipper customers to choose Cass for a best-in-class freight audit and payment (i.e. spend management) solution for every mode and every geography, adding that doing so gives them single-platform visibility to their global transportation spend.

Negotiations remain contentious, with the union fighting automation as a threat to jobs and employers insisting it is necessary for economic growth

Learn how to transform inefficient yard and dock operations with automation to enhance visibility, control, and supply chain integration.

The annual Warehouse Operations Trends Survey highlights the growing challenges of meeting speed and accuracy demands in warehouse operations amidst labor shortages and rising expectations driven by e-commerce and omni-channel pressures.

While negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) did not go as planned last month, with four days of scheduled meetings coming to an end after nearly two days, that has not stopped the parties from making their respective cases, in regards to their specific needs for a new Master Contract.