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December 2019

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material handling

Rental robots help DCs solve labor woes

The “Robotics as a Service” model provides users with autonomous bots for a monthly subscription fee, allowing them to swiftly scale up their operations for peak season.
December 18, 2019
Ben Ames
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The "Robotics-as-a-Service" model provides users with autonomous bots for a monthly subscription fee, allowing them to swiftly scale up their operations for peak season.
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applications

Going mobile

December 17, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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When paperwork started slowing its drivers down, Cardinal Logistics began searching for a mobile device that could meet the unique needs of trucking. It found the answer in two Zebra mobile computers.
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strategy

The future of last-mile logistics takes shape

December 17, 2019
Victoria Kickham
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From light-industrial properties to large multistory facilities, the urban logistics real-estate landscape is changing as shippers get a handle on the best warehousing strategies to tackle their "last-touch" challenges.
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applications

Lift off

December 13, 2019
Diane Rand
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Like many fast-growing companies, spare-parts supplier TVH Parts Co. was running up against a shortage of space in its U.S. DC. Installing an automated five-aisle shuttle system took care of that problem and kicked operations into high gear.
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applications

A convenient solution to conveyor challenges

December 12, 2019
Victoria Kickham
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Convenience-store wholesaler Chambers & Owen improves throughput, cuts processing time with upgraded conveyor system from TREW Hilmot and Modo 8.
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thought leaders

Is the industry robot-ready? interview with Dr. Christian Wurll

Warehouse robots are becoming cheaper and more collaborative all the time. But that doesn't mean they're all ready for 24/7 use, cautions Professor Christian Wurll.
December 10, 2019
Ben Ames
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Warehouse robots are becoming cheaper and more collaborative all the time. But that doesn't mean they're all ready for 24/7 use, cautions Professor Christian Wurll.
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transportation report

Tariffs, technology, slowing economy drive 3PLs to adapt — again

December 2, 2019
Gary Frantz
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2020 is shaping up as a uniquely challenging time for freight brokers and third-party logistics service providers. Those who can adapt may find opportunities aplenty.
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in person

Hanko Kiessner of Packsize

November 22, 2019
David Maloney
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In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Hanko Kiessner discusses the advantages of right-sized packaging.
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inbound

Logistics gives back (December 2019)

December 17, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Here's our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.
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inbound

Illinois trucker earns raves for "moving" performance

December 17, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Local carrier donates transportation services for "Nutcracker" ballet.
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inbound

Not your usual training wheels

December 17, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Schneider donates trucks equipped with advanced technologies to CDL driver-training programs.
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inbound

Amazon to staffers: You can bring your dog

December 17, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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At e-commerce giant's Seattle HQ, every day is "bring your dog to work day."
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inbound

White paper takes deep dive into big data

New report from MHI digs into the mysteries of big data analytics and how it can add value to supply chain operations.
December 12, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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New report from MHI digs into the mysteries of big data analytics and how it can add value to supply chain operations.
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inbound

It's still not easy being green

December 12, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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With new emissions standards about to kick in, Maersk seeks low-sulfur fuel in paper mill waste.
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newsworthy

Users ask for better communication from warehouse robotics vendors

November 1, 2019
Ben Ames
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Retailers and manufacturers need automation to help with labor shortages, but vendors tend to overpromise and underperform, MHI panelists say.
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newsworthy

Report: Speed matters this holiday season

October 31, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Consumer survey reveals shoppers' need for speed, not just free shipping, as the peak delivery season nears.
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newsworthy

Postal Service upgrades mobile computers to adapt to on-demand economy

October 30, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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USPS will deploy 300,000 Zebra handheld devices in 2020 to scan, track, and trace packages.
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newsworthy

Retailers look to 5G, AR for competitive edge in 2020

October 24, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Nielsen study says smart supply chains need to anticipate consumers' demands.
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newsworthy

Teradyne acquires autonomous forklift vendor AutoGuide for $165 million

October 21, 2019
Ben Ames
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Move marks consolidation in AMR sector as Teradyne adds to its portfolio of Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots.
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newsworthy

Retailers are failing to meet customer expectations, study shows

October 21, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Companies are missing the mark on delivery, convenience, and the in-store experience, according to tech firm study.
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newsworthy

Demand surges for cold-storage warehousing, CBRE says

September 27, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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But construction requirements pose challenges for developers looking to capitalize on the trend.
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newsworthy

Vecna and UniCarriers team up on autonomous mobile robots

September 26, 2019
DC Velocity Staff
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Navigation technology and workflow orchestration could improve material handling productivity, partners say.
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newsworthy

Kuehne + Nagel pledges less-than-container-load shipments to be carbon-neutral by 2020

September 23, 2019
Ben Ames
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Move comes alongside renewable energy and reforestation programs from logistics giants IKEA, Amazon.
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outbound

Simon says

December 16, 2019
Mitch Mac Donald
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The past two decades have seen unprecedented changes and advances in logistics and supply chain management. But now what?
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big picture

The mothers (and fathers) of invention

Some of our most important material handling technologies have surprising origins.
December 10, 2019
David Maloney
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Some of our most important material handling technologies have surprising origins.
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