Logistically Minded: GDP, cold chains and augmented reality

Skim through this week's newly announced technologies, indices, distribution centers and M&As.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 1, 2016

Cloud-based TMS vendors expand target market

On-premise systems are losing their appeal for small and medium enterprises.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 1, 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

Freightos deal sets up largest freight forwarding marketplace

The company's Expedia-like system aims to digitize freight forwarding.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 1, 2016

Honeywell expands supply chain solutions with acquisition

The industrial conglomerate's $1.5 billion acquisition will expand its robotics, automation and retrieval systems capabilities.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 31, 2016

Survey: Mobile tech does not meet supply chain needs

The industry requires tailored technology to help ease operations.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 31, 2016

Report: Managers, executives say companies lag on technology

The industry is at a technological cross-roads. The survey recognizes a variety of roadblocks to cloud adoption, including cultural and company goal alignment challenges.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2016

SAP enables access to untapped China suppliers, buyers

The company's cloud-based Ariba Network also offers supply chain finance, management and analytics solutions.   

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2016

Report: Big data in agriculture can reduce costs, eliminate waste

McKinsey & Company's report claims analytics technology can help unleashagricultural companies'"huge untapped potential."

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 24, 2016

New technology could help reduce CO2 emissions amid US plastics boom

The use of reverse-osmosis membranes in hydrocarbons could save $2 billion in global energy costs.

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 24, 2016

Short haul load-board-app startup strapped for cash

Cargomatic, an "Uber for Trucking" startup, only has two months of operating cash left as its main product faces weak pickup.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 23, 2016

Jacksonville receives 3 new large-vessel cranes

Jacksonville is the latest Atlantic port to receive the large cranes and join the race to become a post-Panamax large-vessel hub.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 23, 2016

Robot orders hit record high for North America

Automotive suppliers accounted for nearly 20% of the 14,500 robots purchased during the first half of 2016.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 23, 2016

Report: Despite technology, people remain vital in supply chain

Companies should focus on technology that liberates human resources from administrative tasks, rather than attempting full supply chain automation.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 22, 2016

JDA spurns Honeywell in favor of $570M Blackstone investment

The private equity investment bank will help pay off JDA's $2 billion debt, in return for a 40% stake in the supply chain management software provider.

By Corinne Ruff • Aug. 19, 2016

Uber's Otto buy, Volvo partnership signal push for self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing giant, auto manufacturer and truck automation pioneer are joining forces to guide self-driving vehicles onto the interstate.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 18, 2016

Digital supply chain software enables 99% on-time delivery for Citrix

A Birst-sponsored case study of Citrix reveals the company's implementation of cloud-based software increased productivity and decreased employee workload.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 17, 2016

Report: 8 technologies driving 'always-on' supply chains

From robotics to predictive analytics, executives are taking advantage of smart technologies to ensure digitally connected supply chains. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 17, 2016

Ingram Micro will mentor startups via tech accelerator

RocketSpace's Logistics Tech Accelerator teams established companies with startups to help market "smart" warehousing, transport, and trade technologies.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 15, 2016

Report: 'Smart' manufacturing operators thrive

Peers without access to the latest technology are merely surviving, the report claims.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 15, 2016

Report: Supply-side innovation tops procurement wish list

A June report by Wax Digital suggests procurement is ready to lead company innovation, if the professionals are willing to take the risks. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 11, 2016

Autonomous forklifts boost Giant Eagle warehouse productivity

The company saw a 10-30% productivity boost after Seegrid autonomous, vision-guided vehicles were introduced in two distribution centers. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 11, 2016

US to provide intel for foiling supply chain cyber-threats

The Director of National Intelligence released video recommendations for fending off cyberattacks on the supply chain. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 11, 2016

Honeywell reportedly weighs JDA Software acquisition

The company is ramping up its logistics software acquisitions in anticipation of an e-commerce induced strain on the supply chain. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 10, 2016

Ontario, Michigan aim to integrate auto supply chain

Together, the governments will launch supplier-to-business matchmaking programs and support technology transfers to enhance the region's supply chain integration. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2016

Vehicle transport company adopts cloud-based logging software

US Automotive Logistics will use Car Delivery Network's technology to comply with new driver hours of service regulation.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 9, 2016