Supply Chain Transformation

PalletTrader marketplace launches

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 · SCMR Staff The neutral, online platform is the first of its kind for sourcing, buying and selling wooden pallets.

Cargo tracking device growth exceeds 24%

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 · SCMR Staff Berg Insight says the number of units in use will rise from 11 million last year to more than 33 million by 2026.

The role of maritime ports in the global supply chain networks of automotive OEMs

Thursday, October 13, 2022 · Charles H. Fredouet A survey of eight large North American ports shows an evolving supply chain design that is likely to change yet again with the proliferation of electric vehicles.

Erin Horvath named new chief supply chain transformation officer at UNFI

Thursday, October 13, 2022 · SCMR Staff She will focus on the company’s transformation agenda and improving experience for customers and suppliers.

Same-day delivery at a steep discount debuts in NYC

Monday, October 10, 2022 · SCMR Staff Carry and Highline Commerce partner to use hyperbatching and mobile sortation for same-day delivery at one-third the cost of traditional services.

ASEAN nations are great options for resilience

Monday, October 10, 2022 · James A. Tompkins It has become clear that traditional, low-cost, single sourcing adds minimal resilience to supply chain operations which brings us to the ASEAN countries.

High hopes for the circular economy to add to corporate profits

Thursday, September 29, 2022 · SCMR Staff Gartner survey shows 74% of supply chain leaders expect circular economy principles to add to profits between now and 2025.

Attention sports fans: Next-day delivery from Fanatics

Wednesday, September 28, 2022 · SCMR Staff The sports platform Fanatics has partnered with Roadie to allow fans to shop straight from warehouses and get their orders faster than ever.

Warehouse operators work to optimize operations

Tuesday, September 27, 2022 · SCMR Staff A report from VDC Research also says on-time shipments and receipts are receiving special attention.

Supply chain execs focus on ESG but lack key capabilities

Friday, September 23, 2022 · SCMR Staff One-third of respondents to Ernst & Young survey lack a business case to support sustainable supply chain development.

Why the rise of 4PLs is important to you

Friday, September 16, 2022 · Matthew Becket These supply chain partners offer comprehensive planning and execution for all shipments, boosting efficiency and lowering prices.

Robotics figure prominently in future supply chain process improvements

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 · SCMR Staff Berkshire Grey research shows that e-commerce growth and generational employment preferences are driving the shift.

Gartner highlights four ways chief supply chain officers can respond to inflation

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 · SCMR Staff They range from flawless execution to protecting investment spending.

Supply chain impacts holiday season before it even starts

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 · SCMR Staff A survey report released by UPS start-up Ware2Go details how merchants are planning to compensate for supply chain irregularities.

Dematic and Dexterity partner on full-task robotics

Monday, August 22, 2022 · SCMR Staff The partnership is expected to provide fully integrated, autonomous and scalable supply chain solutions in warehouses.