Supply Chain Glossary

Automated Guided Vehicle System

Definition
A material-handling system that uses automated vehicles, like carts or pallet trucks, to transport goods without human intervention.


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Looking back at Modex
MHI’s Modex 2024 saw a record-shattering number of registered manufacturing and supply chain professionals, reaching a total of 48,733. The event, held March 11 to 14 in Atlanta, saw attendees engaged with 1,200 exhibitors showcasing the latest…
Managing 5 unintended consequences of autonomous trucks
The push to deploy autonomous trucks is on, but there are other considerations that must be addressed first.
Historic autonomous vehicle hits the road
This is the first time that a fully electric autonomous heavy-duty vehicle without a driver onboard ran an operational commercial pilot on a U.S. public road.
Talking Supply Chain Podcast: The new oil
On this episode, Lewis Black, the CEO of Almonty Industries, discusses the supply chain barriers to the EV revolution. Is tungsten then new oil? SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts.
Digitalization Removes Boundaries for Agility and Growth
Autonomous forklifts play a critical role in driving greater flexibility across operations
GE Appliances goes autonomous
A leader in the appliance space, GE Appliances is introducing autonomous and electric trucks into its operations.
Einride and GE Appliances deploy autonomous and electric trucks in the U.S.
The partnership with Einride marks the first time autonomous and electric trucks will be live and operating in the U.S.
The E-commerce Fulfillment Fastlane
E-commerce fulfillment is changing—fast. Not only are consumer buying patterns evolving, but digital platforms are accelerating online consumption and redefining business models across the globe.
The Rebound Podcast : The future of autonomous vehicles in the supply chain
Waymo Via’s Charlie Jatt discusses the future of autonomous trucking.
Startup News: Seegrid closes $52 Million in financing
New investment supports high demand for self-driving industrial vehicles
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