Robotics and Drone Market Growing 19.6% Annually
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Discrete and process manufacturing will spend $54 billion on robots this year, while enterprise drone sales will be $9.3 billion.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Discrete and process manufacturing will spend $54 billion on robots this year, while enterprise drone sales will be $9.3 billion.
DC Velocity
JULY 27, 2018
As sales boomed, Danish e-tailer Med24 faced a storage-space crunch. Installing vertical carousels changed all that.
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Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 27, 2018
I’m back at it, after a two-week vacation to Copenhagen, Denmark. I have to say that Copenhagen was one of the cleanest and family-friendliest cities I have ever been to. In all, it was an amazing trip. As an analyst that covers logistics, I feel as though there are two points I have to make regarding my trip. First, the metro line that took us from the airport to our apartment, and the only line […].
DC Velocity
JULY 27, 2018
"RailSense" safety campaign aims to cut down on collisions.
Advertiser: GEP
The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?
Fleet Owner
JULY 27, 2018
CEO: "We do one general thing very, very well… You won't see Horton getting distracted by technologies and other areas and try to be a shop that does so many different things we're not great at one thing. We want to be great at one thing.
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Fleet Owner
JULY 27, 2018
While we all would like to think that the decisions we make on what to invest in are based purely on facts and logic the reality is there are some inherent biases that play a role in whether we make a purchase or not.
DC Velocity
JULY 27, 2018
MetaPack's e-commerce software shipping platform opens up European market, firms say.
Talking Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Jeff Burns, President at Kenco Material Handling Solutions discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What does “fleet management” mean for material handling and distribution folks? What are some of the main challenges companies face related to fleet management? How do you determine whether to buy, lease, or rent equipment?
DC Velocity
JULY 27, 2018
CSCMP looks to reunite "CSCMP Unchained" band at this fall's Edge conference.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Many industrial companies are considering switching from metal-blade cutting tools to ceramic-blade cutting tools as the latter become more available and more popular.
Fleet Owner
JULY 27, 2018
In extended road use, Fleet Owner tests out Eagle Eyes' night-driving glasses to see if their claimed benefits hold up.
Logistics Management
JULY 27, 2018
FedEx subsidiary FedEx Express announced this week that it has rolled out a new flight into and out of Hanoi, Vietnam, which will connect the country’s capital to the FedEx APAC (Asian Pacific) hub based in Guangzhou, China.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Discrete and process manufacturing will spend $54 billion on robots this year, while enterprise drone sales will be $9.3 billion.
Advertiser: GEP
Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.
GlobalTranz
JULY 27, 2018
The role of warehousing in e-commerce is undisputed, and mobility technology is integral to enhance warehouse management proficiency in the modern world. According to Ivanti , mobility technology allows warehouse managers to develop better processes and systems for inventory management and maintain high accountability, visibility, and proficiency in operations.
Logistics Management
JULY 27, 2018
Carloads, at 265,338, were up 3.8% annually, which trailed the 271,201 for the week ending July 14 and the 240,154 carloads for the week ending July 7, which was likely impacted by the July 4 holiday.
Fleet Owner
JULY 27, 2018
Join us Thursday, August 16th for this exclusive Fleet Owner Webinar, sponsored by Omnitracs!
Logistics Management
JULY 27, 2018
In its 4th annual survey of manufacturers and distributors, Sikich finds that companies are facing many challenges; answers are elusive.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Conger
JULY 27, 2018
Checking fluid levels and greasing your telehandler regularly goes a long way to reducing the chance of breakdowns. Meanwhile less frequent manufacturer recommended maintenance tasks (quarterly and annual tasks) should never be ignored because they are equally as important to the productivity of the machine. We’ll break down Genie’s telehandler maintenance recommendations for you.
PINC
JULY 27, 2018
Here are seven qualities that set autonomous drones and robots apart from their human-controlled counterparts.
Conger
JULY 27, 2018
Checking fluid levels and greasing your telehandler regularly goes a long way to reducing the chance of breakdowns. Meanwhile less frequent manufacturer recommended maintenance tasks (quarterly and annual tasks) should never be ignored because they are equally as important to the productivity of the machine. We’ll break down Genie’s telehandler maintenance recommendations for you.
Automotive Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Ceva Logistics has appointed Terry Carter to the newly created position of senior vice president of transportation for contract logistics. He will report to Brett Blissell, chief operating officer contract logistics and is tasked with coordinating transport for CEVA’s business worldwide, including its third party contractors. Carter brings more than 25 years’ experience in the logistics and transport industry.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.
Talking Logistics
JULY 27, 2018
Cyberattack and hacker threats. Robots and self-driving cars. Same-day delivery. Blockchain. Tariffs. Just another typical week in the world of supply chain and logistics. Here’s the news that caught my attention: China’s Cosco Shipping Hit by Cyberattack in U.S. (WSJ – sub. req’d). Study warns of rising hacker threats to SAP, Oracle business software (Reuters).
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