Maersk partners with CargoMetrics to upgrade data tools

After recovering from Nyetya, Maersk partners with CargoMetrics to streamline supply chain processes with new tech.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 25, 2017

Port of LA extends digitization partnership with GE

Despite port users' initial concerns regarding privacy, the port's new digital platform will expand if approved by the LA City Council.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 24, 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

Urban delivery drones take to the skies in Iceland

Flytrex's partnership with Icelandic e-tailer AHA creates the first approved urban drone delivery network and promises to streamline last-mile logistics for retailers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 23, 2017

Walmart and Kroger join with suppliers for blockchain initiative

Companies throughout the industry will implement the technology in an effort to improve food safety and test widespread adoption.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 23, 2017

Cybersecurity is no longer an option for supply chains

Nyetya and Wannacry shone a spotlight on supply chains' vulnerability to hackers, leading experts to debate best practices for protecting operations in the age of connected devices.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 23, 2017

Walmart expands Uber grocery delivery

With this latest move, the retail giant seeks to emphasize time and money-saving practices as other grocers challenge it for market share.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2017

More than 11% of workers could lose their jobs to autonomous vehicles

But if driver shortages continue, autonomous trucks could pave the way for freight industry growth.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 21, 2017

Robots flood Midwestern manufacturing hubs

The manufacturing talent shortage may be attributed in part to a lack of interest from potential workers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 21, 2017

Amazon bypasses shipping and delivery with new Instant Pickup option

Just as some retailers catch up to Amazon with two-day shipping, Amazon opens Instant Pickup locations near college campuses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 18, 2017

Blockchain deal signed by IBM, Pacific International and PSA International

Blockchain technology may be a good security option for other shipping lines after observing Maersk's recent struggles with cybersecurity.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 18, 2017

Logistically Minded: Freight booms, subscription delivery services buckle

The freight industry continues to leave the Great Recession in its rearview mirror, Fiat Chrysler joins the self-driving car race and the Port of LA is looking into a new staging facility. 

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 18, 2017

Maersk expects $1B profit this year despite cyberattack

In its quarterly statement, Maersk said the attack's fallout could amount to financial damages of $200 to $300 million, but it expects a swift and full recovery.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 17, 2017

UPS adds virtual reality headsets to new driver training

The company jumps on the VR bandwagon as the logistics provider seeks to streamline delivery processes.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 16, 2017

Auto suppliers: While popularity grows, EV trend still in need of a charge

Internal combustion cars are still more profitable, and Magna predicts re-chargable vehicles will only represent 3% to 6% of the market in 2025.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 16, 2017

Descartes acquires MacroPoint for $107M

The company expands its footprint in global logistics by adding a supply chain visibility tech company for truckers.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 15, 2017

USITC investigates Qualcomm-Apple suit

Apple enlists supplier support as USITC investigates the patent squabble with Qualcomm Technologies.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 14, 2017

Logistically Minded: Industry invests in productivity as lead times extend

Companies are investing in new technology, equipment and more labor in an effort to streamline their supply chains.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 11, 2017

Grocers struggle to adopt new tech, procurement strategies

In the face of stiff competition from Amazon and Walmart, grocers need to take a closer look at their internal processes to find a way to keep profits up.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 11, 2017

Procurement tech may lower labor costs, but staffing only tells part of the story

World class organizations know how to leverage tech to reduce the most routine functions, but procurement professionals never rest in finding new ways to increase supplier performance margins.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 11, 2017

Ports are about to get even bigger — and higher tech

Port operators are adding new technology, extra capacity and even mixed-use developments to monetize unused land and increase revenue.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 10, 2017

Reuters: Tesla plans to unveil self-driving electric trucks in September

Tesla is in talks with the Nevada DMV and California officials to test self-driving, electric semi-trucks soon.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 9, 2017

Report: IoT tech may triple in use by 2022

New regulations, Big Data tools and consumer pressures will boost shipments of asset-tracking devices to $70 million in the next five years.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 9, 2017

New tech from UPS allows shippers to control returns process

UPS developed a tool allowing shippers more control over the returns process, days after Amazon announced that items bought from its marketplace sellers may be returned any time, for any reason.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 9, 2017

DE law allows companies to use blockchain for record keeping

Blockchain technology promises tighter security and potential cost savings, but some analysts say it's more hype than reality. Delaware is about to find out.

By Justine Brown • Aug. 8, 2017

Passengers are not ready for pilotless planes, but cargo may be

Air transport is already heavily automated, but the spread of pilotless planes could severely decrease air cargo costs by removing labor from the equation.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 8, 2017