Shortage of 'Romeo' facial recognition component could delay November iPhone X release

Delays were already expected, but a new snag after product announcement isn't good for Apple's image.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 29, 2017

NERC proposal targets cybersecurity risks in electric system supply chains

The new standards aim to reduce the likelihood that an attacker could exploit legitimate vendor patch management processes.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 28, 2017

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Innovators target the trucking industry at CSCMP Edge

Electronic logging devices and automated trucks are the buzz in trucking innovation, but there's much more going on beneath the hype.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 28, 2017

Supply chain professionals disagree about value of increased data collection

CSCMP Edge 2017 conference speakers discussed whether companies should be gathering more data and how to make it readily accessible to customers and suppliers.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 28, 2017

Amazon still top IaaS provider, but Alibaba's growth skyrockets

The web giant's lead can be credited to its status as an original cloud provider, but it may take more than legacy to maintain this lead.

By Samantha Schwartz • Sept. 28, 2017

How execs can quantify the ROI of cybersecurity: a model

Think of cybersecurity like you would a supply chain — each link is important, but a cyberattack on certain partners may require a more in-depth continuity plan.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 27, 2017

Virtual reality assists jet engineers in challenging engine assembly

Rolls Royce shows VR is no myth in the world of assembly and simulation training.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 26, 2017

Digital sourcing will revolutionize the apparel industry. In fact, it already has.

Yet, a new survey from McKinsey&Company reveals the industry is sluggishly adopting end-to-end process management tech, despite its clear benefits.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 26, 2017

Kroger launches online portal for local product suppliers

The grocer’s move to source more emerging brands follows Whole Foods’ announcement that it will further centralize its purchasing.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 25, 2017

Flexport's newest funding round may value it at $800M

TechCrunch reports that the freight forwarder's prospects — and surprisingly robust valuation — in a historically 'boring business' are bright.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 25, 2017

Logistically Minded: E-commerce investment still yo-yos while 3PLs keep hiring

Investors appear uncertain about the future of e-commerce, but hiring trends suggest companies are not.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 22, 2017

Walmart testing home delivery direct to the fridge

Customers who use the service, which requires a keyless lock, can request that delivery people put their groceries away while they are not home.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 22, 2017

RFID market growing around 30% per year, SML says

RFID tagging is becoming increasingly popular for supply chains as a way to streamline and cut costs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 22, 2017

Big Pharma builds blockchain prototype to stop counterfeits

The MediLedger Project brings together the pharma supply chain stakeholders to build a system that could register and verify drugs, without compromising data.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 21, 2017

FedEx operating income takes $300M hit after Nyetya

The 3PL's operating income fell 11% compared to the same period last year, partly due to the cyberattack and Hurricane Harvey.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 21, 2017

Manufacturing needs a digital transformation

Enterprise mobility matters, but a new study finds mobile forward companies are in the minority.

By Chuck Rathmann • Sept. 20, 2017

USDOT tests truck platoons in VA to showcase benefits

The Federal Highway Administration conducted various tests of three-truck platoons in Centreville last week after four years of research. Next up: two-truck platoons.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 20, 2017

Turnover rate for truck drivers rises amid increased freight movement demand

A growing driver shortage across the trucking industry may result in higher rates for shippers and more expensive holiday pricing, according to the ATA.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 20, 2017

Fortune 500 companies launch blockchain IoT network

The Trusted IoT Alliance, made up of public, private and startup organizations, will work together to create a reliable, blockchain-connected Internet of Things.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 19, 2017

Expect more partnerships between startups and big brands, says Unilever

A company report says big brands and small upstarts have plenty to gain by collaborating, including discovering new products and ways of doing business.  

By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 19, 2017

EU expects automation to streamline the shipping industry soon

Digitizing the shipping supply chain could cut out some middlemen — including freight forwarders — resulting in job losses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 18, 2017

Tesla announces reveal date of electric semi-truck

After media broke the news a month ago that Tesla is testing fully electric, automated trucks, the car manufacturer finally cut through the hype and confirmed a reveal date.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 18, 2017

Study: Air freight forwarders face significant disruption within next 5 years

Freight forwarders can avoid displacement from larger companies by acquiring smaller logistics companies to increase profitability.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 18, 2017

Logistically Minded: Will China make electric cars go mainstream?

If the country outlaws fossil fuel vehicles, the U.S. auto industry will likely invest heavily in electric cars to avert losing $9 billion in annual revenue.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 15, 2017

C.H. Robinson taps into predictive analytics to build supply chain resilience

Machine learning and AI are key to predictive action reducing risk within the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 15, 2017