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Comprehensive resource for automated materials handling. Includes news, insight and equipment reviews for automation within warehouses and distribution centers.


32nd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends: Navigating a shallow pool of resources
Logistics operations are facing a human capital crisis that poses a threat to both performance and competitiveness. In this year’s study, our authors explore how organizations can compete for talent in an increasingly limited talent pool; how organizations are competing in an increasingly dynamic business environment; and examine the technologies that shippers now need to use to stay ahead of the curve.

Bowery Farming brings warehouse technology to the table
A market leader in indoor vertical farming turned to AS/RS technology to automate its farming processes.

More robots are coming to a warehouse near you
Our new Intralogistics Robotics Study proves just how vital robotics and automation are becoming to warehouses and DCs of all sizes­—and across all industries.

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Simplify your Logistics Financials Complexity using aThingz Triple Double approach
In this webcast, learn how aThingz stitches the financial elements of Logistics, right from planning through the invoice process.

Autonomous Lift Trucks Emerge
From labor shortages to demand for ever-improved operational flexibility, this typically ignored class of trucks offers a chance to rethink your processes and even how you approach materials handling.

Automated Vehicles (AVs): While skepticism abounds, there’s plenty of forward momentum
While there are several sides to this, and there will most assuredly be major issues to overcome, a tectonic shift is coming.

7 Steps to Maximize the Efficiency of Your Internal Logistics Operation
Download this white paper for seven key elements to consider when creating a strategic plan and the actions you can take now to begin working toward your future warehouse vision.

Logistics Labor: Increasing retention
To better manage through the constrained labor market, logistics operations are courting more women and other diverse job candidates; ramping up their training programs; investing in automation; and ensuring that positions offer the work-life balance that many new recruits are seeking.

EVs + AVs = FVs (Future Vehicles): A seismic wave?
This is a game-changing transformation for transportation, with much the same impact of the jump from sail to steam power and steam to diesel propulsion.


6 River Systems handoff a sign for mobile robot vendors to demonstrate value, notes analysts
Investors and industry analysts noted that many autonomous mobile robot vendors aren't yet profitable, but they can still get more limited venture capital.

2023 Technology Roundtable: Evaluate and apply
In this annual event, we gather four top supply chain management software and technology analysts to discuss how some of the latest software and automation innovations are being put to work to help logistics professionals streamline their operations to keep pace.

Reinventing fulfillment operations
Don’t be enamored with new equipment or tech loaded with promises, assess fulfillment operations carefully while focusing on a holistic strategy.

When will warehouses fully embrace robotics?
Everywhere you turned on the ProMat conference floor, there was a robot lifting something, putting something away, or transporting an item from one place to another.

2023 Logistics Salary Survey: Strong numbers, high demand
Our survey says that 67% of logistics and supply chain professionals are earning more this year than they did in 2022. Here’s how the numbers break down, who’s earning what and what companies are doing to attract and retain logistics and supply chain talent.

The Retail Reset: 2023 Market Research Report
The retail industry has undergone a profound change in just a matter of only a few years.

How to make sure your warehouse automation gives a high ROI
Unlock Your Warehouse's True Potential with Automation - Learn the Essentials of Automating Your Warehouse for Maximum Return on Investment.

6 River Systems rolls out mobile fulfillment app to extend picking options outside of its AMRs
The company said the new mobile app is a major part of its software roadmap.

More than 150 companies participate in the 2023 MHI Innovation Awards
Four finalists were chosen as the most innovative products in each of their respective categories: Best New Innovation, Best Innovation of an Existing Product, and Best IT Innovation based on concept, value, and impact.


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

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The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
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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...