Technology
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Wearables in the warehouse bring privacy concerns to the forefront
While many wearable smart devices track movement, location and even biometric data, there’s a growing discussion about privacy and how employers should manage and use the information they collect.
By Craig Guillot • May 21, 2019 -
Microsoft, General Assembly aim to curb AI skills shortage by upskilling 15K workers
The companies also created the AI Standards Board, an entity that hopes to shape the concept of AI expertise.
By Roberto Torres • May 21, 2019 -
Report: Adoption of wearable operations tech to reach 90% in next decade
Experts predict that wearable tech, including head-mounted displays and augmented reality (AR) tools, will be the new norm in warehouses by 2028.
By Matt Leonard • May 21, 2019 -
USPS starts driverless truck trial
According to TuSimple, the maker of the autonomous trucks being tested, long-haul routes under delivery time pressure are particularly good targets for self-driving technology.
By Emma Cosgrove • May 21, 2019 -
LVMH creates blockchain platform to track luxury goods
The move comes as more consumers turn to resale for authentic, high-end goods at affordable prices.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 20, 2019 -
DHL launches new drone delivery route in China
As the first international carrier to launch an autonomous drone delivery service in China, DHL has taken a potentially significant step towards fulfilling its emerging markets-focused strategy.
By Morgan Forde • May 20, 2019 -
Logistics companies call for 'basic infrastructure' investments
Sound infrastructure will be necessary to handle the large volume of trucks on the roads — driverless or not.
By Morgan Forde • May 17, 2019 -
Will autonomous trucks eliminate focus on HOS?
Not having to worry about these regulations can lead to faster shipping times, autonomous truckmaker Embark's head of public policy said Thursday.
By Matt Leonard • May 17, 2019 -
Report: Blockchain can tackle counterfeits, recoup revenue
Industries particularly susceptible to counterfeit goods will reap the greatest benefit from using blockchain for visibility and authenticity, according to the Boston Consulting Group.
By Matt Leonard • May 16, 2019 -
CMA CGM, others join Digital Container Shipping Association bringing carrier count to 9
To be effective, the effort to create digital standards for the ocean shipping industry requires buy-in from as many carriers as possible.
By Emma Cosgrove • May 15, 2019 -
Reskilling the workforce in the age of automation
Digital technologies are transforming operations, changing the daily duties of nearly every employee.
By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • May 14, 2019 -
Report: Amazon's new packing robots to replace workers
An Amazon spokesperson confirmed the capability to Reuters, stating the technology is intended to increase safety, speed up delivery times and add efficiency across its network.
By Emma Cosgrove • May 13, 2019 -
Auburn University partners with 21 retail supply chain stakeholders on blockchain project
The pilot will seek to determine if blockchain can improve claims compliance, along with anti-counterfeiting and product authentication.
By Matt Leonard • May 10, 2019 -
Seeing through the tiers: The importance of visibility in supply chains
Consumers are ramping up the pressure on procurement professionals to provide a view of the whole chain.
By Matt Leonard • May 09, 2019 -
Gartner: Supply chain blockchain pilots stalling because of technology immaturity
The level of maturity makes it difficult for companies to turn to best practices if they want to start a blockchain project, and analysts caution against "rushing too quickly" to adopt the emerging tech.
By Matt Leonard • May 09, 2019 -
FAA projects massive growth in commercial drone use
The administration said the number could triple by 2023, far outpacing the non-commercial drone market, which it said appears to be slowing down.
By Jason Plautz • May 07, 2019 -
Starbucks taps Microsoft machine learning for inventory-based order suggestions
The developments with Microsoft are part of a five-year technology strategy, which includes investigating disruptive technology trends and developing proprietary technologies.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • May 07, 2019 -
Domino's turns to blockchain-based AI solution to scale operations
The chain's Malaysia and Singapore division has partnered with SingularityNET to deploy artificial intelligence services across its network as it looks to beef up its business in the region.
By Alicia Kelso • May 06, 2019 -
CMA CGM integrates instant quotes, booking into online portal
The My Prices tool centralizes the quote and booking process — part of a wave of digitization sweeping across the largest ocean carriers.
By Matt Leonard • May 03, 2019 -
XPO CEO touts success of digital brokerage service, despite Amazon's entrance
Brad Jacobs said XPO Connect is "winning" with a retention rate of 80% and sidestepped questions on the impact of Amazon's freight brokerage platform.
By Emma Cosgrove • May 02, 2019 -
4 technologies for a more agile procurement process
For some organizations, agile procurement represents a completely new way of thinking. Technology can help ease the transition.
By Emma Cosgrove • May 02, 2019 -
FreshDirect to source chicken from Blue Apron co-founder's new company
This is the first distribution deal for Arkansas-based Cooks Venture, which launched last month and focuses on regenerative agriculture.
By Lauren Manning • May 02, 2019 -
Amazon makes blockchain service platform generally available
Supply chain applications, including sourcing traceability and reverse logistics, are among the first uses of Amazon's offering.
By Matt Leonard • May 02, 2019 -
UPS plans delivery routes for 21M packages on Google Cloud
Competing businesses are hard pressed to adopt Amazon Web Services because they fear storing their data on a competitor's cloud.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • May 02, 2019 -
Amazon Key, Ford unlock in-car delivery
Amazon has been expanding its last mile offerings through Amazon Key, including in-car and in-garage deliveries.
By Matt Leonard • May 01, 2019
