Revolutionizing Supply Chains: S&S Activewear’s Award-Winning Fulfillment Strategy In today’s fast-paced world, where same-day delivery and labor shortages are common challenges, speed, accuracy, and resilience are essential for supply chain success. S&S Activewear recognized the need to evolve its distribution network to stay ahead of the competition. By implementing Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and modernizing […]
Disruptions aren’t the exception anymore, they’re part of how supply chains run. Whether it’s a ransomware attack, a weather disaster, or a labor strike, most companies have faced at least one serious disruption in the last few years. In this environment, crisis response and business continuity planning can’t be treated as check-the-box activities. They need […]
As logistics gets smarter, so does the packaging. We have moved beyond the days when a box was just a box. Today, smart packaging, enabled by sensors and connectivity, lets companies monitor their shipments in real time. This technology helps track where things are, what condition they are in, and whether they have been handled […]
Digital infrastructure is now integral to logistics execution. Supply chain networks depend on structured data, exchanged through APIs, middleware, and telemetry, to coordinate across facilities, regions, and partners. Three enabling capabilities stand out: artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and real-time monitoring. While each presents unique benefits, their value depends on disciplined implementation and integration into business-critical […]
As June comes to a close, the Northeast is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures in some areas exceeding 100 degrees. This week in supply chain and logistics news includes Blue Yonder being selected to support Border States, an electrical distribution company, with their warehouse management needs. DHL Canada Express and Unifor have reached […]
Over the past five years, supply chains have faced unprecedented challenges. E-commerce demands, trade pressures, and increasingly complex supplier networks have necessitated executives to raise concerns about their supply chain operations. Recently, tariffs have become a focal point in major headlines, and the looming fear of a trade war persists. Supply chain planners are now […]
Blue Yonder continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability with its latest acquisition of a UK-based Pledge Earth Technologies (Pledge). Announced at its ICON 2025 conference in Nashville, Chief Sustainability Officer Saskia Van Gendy joined CEO Angove on stage to share what this means for the organization and its customers. Pledge provides supply teams and […]
Summer is in full swing, and this was another full week of Supply Chain & Logistics news. Firstly, the US and the UK have signed a partial trade agreement which includes a reduction in tariffs on UK and US exports. DHL Express Canada has been faced with looming union conflicts, causing it to currently halt […]
The Warehouse Management System market nearly grew by $1 billion in 2024, following a robust four-year climb since the pandemic. With ongoing advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, WMS solutions are broadening their capabilities. As online e-commerce giants like Shein, Amazon, and Temu continue to expand, customers will expect lightning-fast delivery and service, necessitating that […]
As supply chains adapt to rising complexity, automation has moved from an optional investment to a core operational strategy. Among the most impactful technologies supporting this shift are Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). These systems are increasingly used to improve internal logistics, address labor challenges, and support responsive, data-driven operations. AGVs […]
