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December 2023

THOUGHT LEADER

Leaving a legacy: interview with Liz Richards

When Liz Richards joined MHEDA in 1995, there was no email, robots were the stuff of science fiction, and the group’s members were “equipment distributors,” not “integrated solution providers.” As she prepares to retire at the end of the month, we asked her what the future holds for the industry and the group she has led for nearly 29 years.

November 13, 2023

When Liz Richards joined MHEDA in 1995, there was no email, robots were the stuff of science fiction, and the group’s members were “equipment distributors,” not “integrated solution providers.” As she prepares to retire at the end of the month, we asked her what the future holds for the industry and the group she has led for nearly 29 years.

EMERGING TECH

Rising tech firms target logistics challenges

From the warehouse to the road, logistics operations are ripe for technology solutions that make it easier for shippers and carriers to get orders where they need to go. New entrants to the market are answering the call.

November 21, 2023

Victoria Kickham

From the warehouse to the road, logistics operations are ripe for technology solutions that make it easier for shippers and carriers to get orders where they need to go. New entrants to the market are answering the call.

2024 LOGISTICS OUTLOOK

A new outlook that’s a lot like the old outlook

Growth in the freight and logistics markets stalled in 2023 owing to overstocking, weak demand, and excess capacity. Expect more of the same in 2024.

November 20, 2023

Growth in the freight and logistics markets stalled in 2023 owing to overstocking, weak demand, and excess capacity. Expect more of the same in 2024.

CONVEYORS

Automation meets sustainability in Atlanta

DHL’s newest Americas region hub is a model of high-tech material handling systems and green energy solutions—and it’s pushing the company closer to net zero.

November 13, 2023

Victoria Kickham

DHL’s newest Americas region hub is a model of high-tech material handling systems and green energy solutions—and it’s pushing the company closer to net zero.

IN PERSON

InPerson interview: Andrea Pongolini of E80 Group

In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Andrea Pongolini discusses the rising use of automation, digital connectivity, and the role of automated guided vehicles in distribution operations.

November 15, 2023

In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Andrea Pongolini discusses the rising use of automation, digital connectivity, and the role of automated guided vehicles in distribution operations.

APPLICATION

Streamlining the shipping process

Freight documentation system eases challenges associated with lost shipments, damaged freight.

November 16, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Freight documentation system eases challenges associated with lost shipments, damaged freight.

APPLICATION

Washing away the late-delivery fees

Soap and shampoo manufacturer High Ridge Brands needed to tighten up its transportation operations to avoid penalties and late fees. ODW Logistics had just the right formula.

November 17, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Soap and shampoo manufacturer High Ridge Brands needed to tighten up its transportation operations to avoid penalties and late fees. ODW Logistics had just the right formula.

More women join trucking industry as technicians

Survey shows year-over-year increase in the number of female equipment technicians; news comes as the trucking industry celebrates National Technician Appreciation Week.

September 28, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Survey shows year-over-year increase in the number of female equipment technicians; news comes as the trucking industry celebrates National Technician Appreciation Week.

Walmart to open fifth “next-gen” fulfillment center in 2026

California facility will use high density AS/RS system to expand next- or two-day shipping offering

October 12, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

California facility will use high density AS/RS system to expand next- or two-day shipping offering

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Amazon tests latest warehouse fulfillment robot models, Sequoia and Digit

E-commerce giant now has over 750,000 robots working collaboratively with employees, Amazon Robotics executive says in blog post

October 18, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

E-commerce giant now has over 750,000 robots working collaboratively with employees, Amazon Robotics executive says in blog post

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Companies are squandering potential of their own supply chain data, FourKites survey says

Fewer than half are using digitization data to inform their strategies, despite push to de-risk supply chains

October 6, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Fewer than half are using digitization data to inform their strategies, despite push to de-risk supply chains

Gartner: Just half of chief procurement officers make progress against modern slavery

Supply chain visibility alone is not enough to identify where adults and/or children are victims of forced labor

October 18, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Supply chain visibility alone is not enough to identify where adults and/or children are victims of forced labor

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CMA CGM announces $600 million plan to upgrade NJ and NY ports

Investment will increase facilities’ combined capacity by up to 80%, French company says

October 12, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Investment will increase facilities’ combined capacity by up to 80%, French company says

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Consumers losing confidence in fully automated, self-driving vehicles, J.D. Power says

But survey results were better in the West, where more people have ridden in robotaxi tests in Phoenix and San Francisco

October 5, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

But survey results were better in the West, where more people have ridden in robotaxi tests in Phoenix and San Francisco

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USPS expands crackdown on postal crime, citing rise in threats and attacks

Postal Service has made 109 arrests for robberies and more than 530 arrests for mail theft since launching program in May

October 25, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Postal Service has made 109 arrests for robberies and more than 530 arrests for mail theft since launching program in May

INBOUND

A truck by any other name …

Though they may call trucks by different names, Americans can agree that trucks play a vital role in the economy.

November 27, 2023

DC Velocity Staff

Though they may call trucks by different names, Americans can agree that trucks play a vital role in the economy.

BIG PICTURE

A delivery saga

It sounded so simple, so why was it such a hassle to order a few bottles of wine?

November 20, 2023

It sounded so simple, so why was it such a hassle to order a few bottles of wine?

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