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Current news, information and trends on warehouse management systems including software, strategies, operations, best practices, and lean warehousing.


Warehouse Management Systems (WMS): At the core of resilience
By working in tandem with other warehouse systems, robotics and automation, WMS has positioned itself as a must-have supply chain application for companies across the board—especially in tackling the labor shortage and adapting to change.

Dollar Shave Club handles explosive growth with a cloud-based WMS
Find out how a cloud-based WMS is fueling business agility and growth at Dollar Shave Club.

Five Benefits of a Best-in-Class Warehouse Management Approach
Download this new white paper for the top wins companies can expect when they look beyond temp agencies and third-party logistics options to find a partner that supports a holistic, best-in-class warehouse management approach.

MMH Virtual Summit kicks off this week
Free event features insights on warehouse automation, robotics and other trends from leaders with Main Pointe, St. Onge Company, Gartner, Commonwealth Supply Chain Advisors, VDC Research, Interact Analysis, and Capgemini.

6 Ways to Optimize Your WMS Investment
Many shippers are only scratching the surface of their warehouse management system capabilities. Here are six ways to buck the trend and start eking out more value from this critical software investment.

Blue Yonder research takes a look at the ‘new normal’ for logistics
Research recently published by Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), a provider of AI-driven and end-to-end supply chain management services, takes a long look at the mindsets of top-level logistics executives, regarding how they address e-commerce- and labor shortage-related disruptions, and fulfillment options, among others, as the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic begins in earnest.

Building the WMS Business Case 2021
WMS market continues to experience growth, as a variety of market and business factors have led to high levels of new WMS adoption.

A look at getting practical with IoT in the Warehouse
IoT need not be approached as a bespoke project, as evidenced by ProMat DX sponsors offering solutions with IoT connectivity and cloud analytics capability built in

MHI provides a complete lineup of educational seminars at ProMatDX
ProMatDX will offer more than 100 seminars on a variety of manufacturing and supply chain topics including sponsored sessions focused on robotics, automation and a host of other relevant, timely subjects.

Warehouse Management Toolkit
Download our numerous resources to learn how you can strategically select, implement and leverage a WMS.

What’s next: Implementing “touchless” DCs through advanced warehouse systems
The ability to automate DC operations by employing AI technologies that include a closer convergence of WCS, WES and WMS solutions is on the horizon. Designing touchless operations that reduce the dependence on traditional labor sources will better position supply chains in their quest to provide an uninterrupted flow of goods and improved resiliency.

DHL Supply Chain, Blue Yonder, and Microsoft team up for robotics collaboration
The companies said that this platform significantly reduces integration time and programming efforts, in order to on-board new automation devices into warehouse facilities, which, in turn, provides shippers with more flexibility in selecting robotics systems geared towards their specific business needs, while leveraging Microsoft Azure IoT and cloud platform services.

Robotic software takes control of the warehouse
Just like WES, robot operating systems are undergoing a transformation that may change the way we manage distribution centers.

Software remains a top priority at Modex 2020
As fulfillment requirements become more complex, software rises to the challenge of enabling automated systems

Software Survey: Readers embrace software’s leading role in warehousing and distribution
As the complexities of modern-day fulfillment continue to grow, software is playing an increasingly important role in how companies manage in this dynamic environment.

A look at what is in store for 2020
Technology continues to be the driving force, but it's evolving.

15 Steps to Selecting the Right WMS
Based on years of first-hand experience, we’ve compiled a list of 15 steps that you’ll need to take to select the WMS that’s perfect for you.

Kenco Logistics plans to open up dedicated physical warehouse space focused on innovation
Kenco said this new warehouse space will function as what it called a true test facility for its team of innovation specialists whom will assess value-added technology and also provide advanced visibility into various efforts focused on testing potential supply chain management solutions and technological advances outside of a live operation

Six Warehouse Management Trends to Watch in 2019
As the complexity of filling smaller orders faster continues to mount, our analysts expect more operations to embrace the value that WMS brings to the table. Here’s what they believe is on tap this year in the world of WMS and the systems that support it.

Control Costs with a Smarter WMS
Speed and complexity of omni-channel demands an integrated, agile approach.


December 2025 Logistics Management

December 1, 2025 · Persistent volatility, policy whiplash, and uneven demand left logistics managers feeling trapped in a loop - where every solution seemed temporary, and every forecast came with an asterisk. From tariffs and trucking to rail and ocean freight, the year's defining force was disruption itself

Latest Resources

The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
Warehouse leaders are under pressure to move faster, scale smarter, and keep teams engaged, all while dealing with labor shortages and rising customer expectations.
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
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Latest Resources

The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
Warehouse leaders are under pressure to move faster, scale smarter, and keep teams engaged, all while dealing with labor shortages and rising...
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
Today’s supply chains face nonstop disruption—from global tensions to climate events and labor shortages. Avoiding volatility isn’t an option,...

November Edge Report: What’s shaping freight now
November Edge Report: What’s shaping freight now
Stay informed and ready for what’s next with the November Edge Report from C.H. Robinson.
Worried About Supplier Risk? This Template Helps You Stay Ahead
Worried About Supplier Risk? This Template Helps You Stay Ahead
We all know how stressful it gets when a supplier issue catches you off guard - late delivery, a missed order, or...
Close the warehouse labor gap with overlooked talent pools
Close the warehouse labor gap with overlooked talent pools
The warehouse workforce has more than doubled between 2015 and 2025. However, the labor gap is still growing, with the U.S. deficit projected...