Technology: Page 2
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Chemical company revives 'stale' operations with SAP implementation
Old World Industries recently transitioned from a manual procurement and fulfillment processes to a more digitized operation.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • April 03, 2019 -
5G: The great warehouse enabler
Greater bandwidth can accommodate up to a million sensors and grease the skids for technology adoption in warehouses.
By Craig Guillot • April 02, 2019 -
Track-and-trace, supply chain expected to lead IoT spending growth
Total global spending on Internet of Things technology is projected to increase from $186 billion in 2017 to $435 billion in 2023, according to the Forrester forecast.
By Matt Leonard • April 02, 2019 -
Dick's Sporting Goods built in-house inventory software
The retailer is investing about $15 million in e-commerce fulfillment capabilities and $10 million in technology.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • April 02, 2019 -
Hy-Vee expands pickup lockers program
The Midwestern grocer is leasing its Aisles Online click-and-collect units to local businesses, including a hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
By Jeff Wells • April 02, 2019 -
Blockchain could help modernize Nevada's renewables tracking system
State regulators are seeking comment on alternative approaches for tracking credits, including whether a blockchain-powered solution could allow customers to participate in larger renewables markets, such as California's.
By Robert Walton • April 01, 2019 -
Daimler Trucks acquires autonomous vehicle software maker Torc Robotics
The two companies seek to commercialize level 4 autonomous trucks, with Daimler's goal to put them on the roadways within the decade.
By Matt Leonard • April 01, 2019 -
Uber calls on Congress for infrastructure investment, transportation technology
The ride-hailing company said the federal government can help pave the way for the onset of autonomous and electric vehicles.
By Chris Teale • March 29, 2019 -
Volkswagen partners with AWS for industrial cloud to streamline logistics
VW plans to use internet of things, machine learning, analytics and computing solutions for plant assembly efficiency, vehicle quality and production flexibility.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • March 28, 2019 -
Ahold Delhaize turns to AI-powered distribution
The new end-to-end supply chain system aims to boost efficiency and provide fresher products for customers.
By Jeff Wells • March 28, 2019 -
Robots expected in 50K warehouses by 2025: report
E-commerce and labor shortages drive a need for automation in facilities, and adoption of robotics is increasingly affordable.
By Matt Leonard • March 27, 2019 -
Contentious hearing unfolds on automation at Port of Los Angeles
APM Terminals wants to automate parts of the cargo handling process. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union is fighting against the plan. A Board of Commissioners has a decision to make.
By Matt Leonard • March 25, 2019 -
SponsoredSpot and fix supply chain problems with artificial intelligence
Most supply chain problems start small, which makes them easy to miss. But small problems can grow into larger ones that impact the business.
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Nike reaps benefits of short lead times, RFID
The brand's need for speed took off with LeBron James' move to a new team, necessitating shorter lead times for jerseys.
By Emma Cosgrove • March 25, 2019 -
ERP 101: Choosing the right solution for the business
As these systems age, they can fail to meet business demands, which has some organizations seeking change.
By Jen A. Miller • March 25, 2019 -
Digital transformation behind in procurement
The rise of analytics has affected every link of the supply chain, but procurement is late to the party. And even with gains in analytics and digital transformation, the discipline still is lagging in other areas.
By Barry Hochfelder • March 21, 2019 -
Truck turn times improve with Port of Virginia reservation system
The system has been running for one year at two terminals and is now handling 70% of truck capacity at the port.
By Matt Leonard • March 21, 2019 -
Weak industrial security one explanation for Hydro's global ransomware attack
Hydro's entire worldwide network is down, which is impacting its global aluminum production and office operations.
By Samantha Ann Schwartz • March 20, 2019 -
Can modern, high-tech warehouses rely solely on the power grid?
As warehouses add automation, facilities managers explore alternative energy and smart sensors to reduce reliance on the grid.
By Jen A. Miller • March 19, 2019 -
Kroger's autonomous delivery test moves to Houston
The grocer said it will conclude its Scottsdale, Arizona, pilot this month, which launched in 2018, before initiating phase two in Texas this spring.
By Jeff Wells • March 14, 2019 -
Tyson uses DNA to trace beef through the supply chain
Customers of Tyson Fresh Meat can now trace select beef products back to the ranch of origin by asking the company to run a DNA test.
By Matt Leonard • March 14, 2019 -
SAP, Bumble Bee Foods team up to track tuna using blockchain
Consumers will be able to scan a QR code on the final product to find out where their fish was caught and how it made it to the store.
By Matt Leonard • March 11, 2019 -
Solving intermodal's visibility 'black hole'
GE's Port Optimizer gathers and shares data across all stakeholders in the intermodal supply chain, but experts argue the drive must come from shippers.
By Shefali Kapadia • March 07, 2019 -
SponsoredSimplifying complex supply chains with technology
With incredibly high customer expectations set by the on-demand industry, companies need reinforcement in the form of technology like artificial AI, machine learning, and IoT.
By Steve Dowse, Senior Vice President of Product Management at Blume Global • March 07, 2019 -
Target touts store-centric model after record peak season
In the fourth quarter, CEO Brian Cornell saw the progress he had previously promised as scale and supply chain investments started to pay off.
By Emma Cosgrove • March 06, 2019
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