Why the vaping crisis is a supply chain failure

Numerous websites sell cheap, unauthorized pods designed to fit vaping devices from major manufacturers.

By Ron Volpe • Dec. 2, 2019

Most workers don't think automation is coming for their jobs

Employee perception of automation technology signals a competitive edge for employers who deploy these tools successfully.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 27, 2019

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Warehouse automation

Robotics and AI are two of the many tools warehouse operators are using to improve productivity.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

These 4 charts explain Amazon's fulfillment speed

Amazon's speed is key to how it plans to compete with large retailers. These charts help explain its investment.

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 25, 2019

Embracing change during supply chain transformation

Adam Runsdorf, president of WDSrx, writes that while his company is committed to reducing costs and increasing productivity for clients, achieving those goals internally became a challenge as the business grew.

By Adam Runsdorf • Nov. 22, 2019

Maersk CISO on NotPetya recovery, workforce harmony and what makes a security chief

The shipping giant tapped Andy Powell a year after it was hit by NotPetya. In the 18 months since, Powell increased its security organization from 28 people to about 150. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 22, 2019

UPS plans to improve healthcare traceability with IoT-enabled logistics

The new offering, called UPS Premier, will provide better visibility and traceability for healthcare-related shipments while boosting on-time deliveries, according to the carrier.

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 21, 2019

Target credits new tech with lowering backroom inventory

The items in the system, roughly 15% so far, show less frequent stockouts and lower backroom quantities than those not yet integrated.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 21, 2019

71% of manufacturers employ IoT despite cyber risks: PwC

A study from PwC found 68% of manufacturers surveyed planned to increase their investment in Internet of Things (IoT) integration in the next two years, believing the benefits outweigh the potential cyber security challenges.

By Morgan Forde • Nov. 19, 2019

From Santa's workshop to omnichannel sales: Preparing for holiday fulfillment

Santa’s workshop isn’t located at the North Pole — it’s the online boutique, the cozy shop around the corner, the big-box retailer and the e-commerce giant.

By Jan Arendtsz • Nov. 19, 2019

Ocean freight ushers in a new era with instant quotes

Instant online quoting is becoming "table stakes" and freight forwarders must digitize to keep up with the status quo.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Nov. 18, 2019

Patent Pending: Can UPS cut down cold chain costs with better data?

Supply chain innovators apply to patent what they see as important tools for the future of supply chains. Sometimes they're brilliant. Sometimes they're funny. Every week, we'll share a few.

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 15, 2019

Should procurement break up with Excel?

Half of procurement organizations use spreadsheets for data analysis, but exclusive reliance on these tools, however familiar, can create inaccurate forecasting.

By Craig Guillot • Nov. 14, 2019

Walmart Canada launches blockchain solution to track deliveries

The platform will also enable real-time invoicing, payments and settlement while integrating with participating company's legacy systems.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 14, 2019

FedEx Ground using virtual reality to train, retain workers

The training has proven popular with workers, FedEx executives said, helping the company to improve safety protocols and generate new interest in higher-level roles.

By Morgan Forde • Nov. 13, 2019

Early lessons on blockchain: Companies a long way from widespread adoption

Though most blockchain adoption cases at an enterprise level are still in the early stage, there's lessons to be gleaned from their experiences.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 13, 2019

Sanofi reduces chemical, water use more than 90% with continuous manufacturing

While the pharma industry had been slow to adopt continuous manufacturing, Sanofi's new plant signals the shift is underway and those adopting the process are seeing benefits.

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 12, 2019

Adidas moves high-tech Speedfactory to Asia, closing factories in US, Germany

With the production move, Adidas suggests the business case is still better in Asia, even with advanced technology and despite the distance from target consumers. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 12, 2019

What are the most important supply chain ethics? 3 experts weigh in

Consumer awareness of sustainability and forced labor in the supply chain is driving organizations to take the next step beyond compliance into ethics. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 11, 2019

UPS creates digital tools to deliver blockchain-verified beef

The beef traveled from Kansas to a steakhouse in Japan in temperature-controlled UPS packaging and UPS developed a "customized integrated visibility tool" to track the shipment. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 11, 2019

Patent Pending: FedEx eyes easier returns, Amazon marries drones and intermodal

Supply chain innovators apply to patent what they see as important tools for the future of supply chains. Sometimes they're brilliant. Sometimes they're funny. Every week, we'll share a few.

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 8, 2019

CSX becomes first railroad to join Maersk blockchain platform TradeLens

The platform now consists of more than 100 organizations, 55 ports and terminals and a dozen customs authorities, according to Maersk.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 8, 2019

Workday to acquire procurement platform Scout RFP for $540M

Workday says the acquisition will help it to build out a modern source-to-pay solution to add visibility to the procurement process. 

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 7, 2019

Maersk pilots battery power system in carbon neutrality push

The 600 kwh battery system will be installed aboard the Maersk Cape Town in December and which will embark on a trial voyage along its route from West Africa to East Asia early next year. 

By Morgan Forde • Nov. 7, 2019

Ralph Lauren launches QR-based tracking system to boost supply chain visibility, fight counterfeits

Ralph Lauren's manufacturers will sew the QR tags into garments adjacent to traditional branded tags. From that point on, the garments will be digitally attached to a purchase order and tracked through the supply chain. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 6, 2019

USPS will adopt Nvidia AI to improve parcel data processing

Nvidia's AI technology and edge computing system will be deployed at approximately 200 USPS locations nationwide, processing data 10 times faster than current speeds.

By Morgan Forde • Nov. 6, 2019