BIG PICTURE
Is data fact?
Supply chains rely heavily on data, but accuracy is often unreliable. As the industry evolves, investing in data capabilities will be key.
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Articles by David Maloney
IN PERSON
InPerson interview: Rob McKeel of Fortna
In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Rob McKeel talks about how the economy has affected supply chain industry players and the impact of parts delays on automation projects.
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IN PERSON
In Person: Steve Beverly of Penske
In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Steve Beverly talks about mitigating higher costs, finding drivers and warehouse workers, and safety.
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2023 MARKET OUTLOOK
Outlook 2023: What’s in store for logistics/supply chain?
2022 was one for the books, with an epic labor crunch, parts shortages, and rampant inflation. Will things be any better in 2023?
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THOUGHT LEADER
Defensive line: interview with Brett Williams
As former director of operations at the U.S. Cyber Command, Brett Williams knows what it takes to protect our vulnerable supply chains. We asked him what companies can do to safeguard their data.
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BIG PICTURE
Legislation that values our truckers
Two bills recently introduced in Congress may provide greater comfort for drivers on the road.
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BIG PICTURE
’Tis the season to be patient
There are encouraging signs that things will get better for our supply chains. But we may have to wait just a little longer.
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IN PERSON
In Person: Jim Lawton of Zebra Technologies
In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Jim Lawton discusses Zebra’s entrance into the robotics industry and how robotics can scale to meet demand.
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CONVEYORS AND SORTATION
Conveyors, sorters, and mobile automation find their sweet spot
Experts from the conveyor, sortation, and robotics industries weigh in on the benefits of these technologies and how they can be successfully deployed in distribution operations.
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ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION ROUNDTABLE
Robotics Roundtable: Easing the crunch
Labor shortages, inventory snarls, inflation, and a tightening economy are just a few of the challenges retailers and suppliers face right now. We asked experts from robotics and automation companies to weigh in on how their technologies can help. Here’s what they told us.
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