Why the automobile industry should prioritize technology investments

Digitalization may level the playing field for auto suppliers as the industry faces disruptions in the form of driverless cars and direct-to-consumer manufacturers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 25, 2016

U of Michigan survey: Large fleet managers say diesel pain point starts at $3 per gallon

Managers of smaller fleets said when the price of diesel rises to $3.50, they would opt for fuel-saving technologies

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 21, 2016

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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

DOT nods to importance of automated tech with new advisory committee

The committee will address the use of autonomous vehicles, freight technologies, railroad automation, aviation navigation and unmanned aircraft.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 21, 2016

Logistically Minded: What happens when you combine trucks, technology and zombies?

A somber market outlook with high potential for disruption.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 21, 2016

Report: Are shippers tracking the right visibility data?

An American Shipper visibility benchmark report reveals many shippers are drowning in data.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 20, 2016

ARI data allows fleet managers to monitor repair times and costs

Inspiration for development came on the heels of existing telematics technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 19, 2016

Microsoft publishes 'due diligence' checklist to ease cloud transitions

Supply chain executives can reference the tool to ensure the systems they contract comply with international privacy and security regulations.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2016

Drones to deliver vital medical supplies in Rwanda

The Rwandan government partnered with UPS, Gavi and Zipline for the first national drone-enabled last-mile service worldwide. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2016

Dept. of Commerce forms collaborative effort to encourage innovation in supply chain

Southern California ports to serve as testing grounds for digitalization of nation's supply chains.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2016

Investment on connected supply chains to reach $20B by 2020

The Internet of Things and the trend towards SaaS integration will quickly make end-to-end visibility feasible.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 17, 2016

Report: New uses drive 3D printing sales growth

Uses for the technology are no longer reserved to prototyping, but are increasingly used to make complex, low-volume finished goods.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 14, 2016

Logistically Minded: Proxy wars, manufacturing and lower emissions

Skim through last week's stats, technology news, M&As and expansions.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 14, 2016

'Transparency is the future,' says SaaS provider

Following the adoption of its solution by a multi-billion-dollar retailer, the provider spoke to Supply Chain Dive about the importance of transparency.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2016

Tracking software facilitates pharmaceutical recalls

The platform increases transparency from end-to-end, helping companies comply with safety regulations.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 11, 2016

How slow fiscal recovery made supply chain managers essential

Executives are increasingly turning to the supply chain to reduce costs and drive modernization, according to a recent report.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 7, 2016

Logistically Minded: Robots, shipping woes and hope for Q3

Skim through last week's stats, technology news, M&As and expansions.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 7, 2016

Finish Line bounces back from supply chain setback

The retailer's faulty WMS implementation is a reminder of the importance of timing, forecasting, and change management in the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 6, 2016

Report: How demand-driven forecasts build lean supply chains

Improved forecast accuracy can help reduce capital and operating costs, but dependence on analytics can also carry big risks.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 6, 2016

Are self-driving cars ready for prime time?

Road violations and minor accidents in Pittsburgh could lead to tightened restrictions and slower rollout for the technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 6, 2016

Regional hubs may lose warehouse jobs to automation

High need for manual labor in concentrated areas, coupled with a labor shortage, may lead companies to adopt more automated technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 5, 2016

Maersk signs with startup to enhance fleet visibility

A less-than-a-year-old company inked a two-year contract with the world's largest shipping line, due to its data integration and visibility offerings.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 5, 2016

Supply chain benefits when managers take the lead in ERP system overhauls

The systems used to focus on back-end tools, but the internet allowed supply chain management to become a leading function of ERP solutions.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 3, 2016

Logistically Minded: World trade, talent crisis and Blackberry's pivot

Skim through the week's market snapshot, technology news, M&As and expansions.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 30, 2016

Reuters: Uber engages with shippers, truckers in bid for truckload market

The technology is still years away from commercialization, though, given the high risks of truckload services.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 29, 2016

Is the supply chain drowning in data?

Some supply chain managers, like baseball teams, take the Money Ball approach to assessing, modeling and building business.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 29, 2016